Daddy-Long-Legs
Enriched edition. An orphan's witty letters to a mysterious benefactor—college, identity, independence, and social class in early 20th century AmericaBy Jean Webster
Length4h 48m
About this audiobook
Jean Webster's novel, Daddy-Long-Legs, is an epistolary novel that follows the story of an orphan named Jerusha 'Judy' Abbott, who is sent to college by an anonymous benefactor known as Daddy-Long-Legs. Through a series of letters Judy writes to Daddy-Long-Legs, the novel explores themes of identity, independence, and social class. Webster's easy-to-read and engaging writing style makes this novel a timeless classic that appeals to readers of all ages. Set in the early 20th century, Daddy-Long-Legs offers a glimpse into the world of a young woman finding her place in society. Webster's use of humor and heartfelt moments adds depth to the narrative, making it a compelling read. Jean Webster, a pseudonym for Alice Jane Chandler Webster, was an American author and social activist who drew inspiration from her own experiences as an orphan and college student. Daddy-Long-Legs is considered her most popular work. I highly recommend Daddy-Long-Legs to readers interested in coming-of-age stories with a touch of romance and humor.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (99K)
Includes Goodreads, StoryGraph, Amazon, LibraryThing
GenreYoung Adult
Length4 hrs 48 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
6Daddy-Long-Legs (pt. 2)
2Introduction
7Analysis
3Synopsis
8Reflection
4Historical Context
9Memorable Quotes
5Daddy-Long-Legs (pt. 1)
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