Length7h 38m
About this audiobook
In "The Abbey Girls Play Up," Elsie Jeanette Dunkerley presents a vivid tapestry of adolescent adventure woven within the confines of a picturesque English boarding school. With a whimsical yet insightful style, Dunkerley captures the essence of youthful exuberance and the complexities of friendship through the lives of the Abbey Girls. Set against a backdrop of lush landscapes and traditional values, the narrative intertwines themes of camaraderie, responsibility, and the inevitable transition from childhood to adulthood, all delivered with a charm that resonates with both nostalgia and realism. Dunkerley, a contemporaneous figure in early 20th-century children's literature, drew inspiration from her own experiences in boarding schools, infusing her work with authenticity and relatable emotions. Her understanding of the inner world of young girls and their social dynamics is augmented by her keen observations of the educational milieu of her time. This personal connection to her subject matter endowed Dunkerley with the ability to create relatable characters and engaging plots that resonate with a wide audience. I wholeheartedly recommend "The Abbey Girls Play Up" to readers who cherish tales of friendship, adventure, and growth within the realms of classic literature. Its enchanting storytelling and layered character development make it not just a journey into a bygone era, but also a timeless exploration of the trials and joys of growing up.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length7 hrs 38 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I SANDY AND THE SILENT POOL
14CHAPTER XIV “THE LITTLE BIT EXTRA”
2CHAPTER II LADY MARCHWOOD’S WHISTLE
15CHAPTER XV JOY’S MUSIC SCHOOL
3CHAPTER III THE GUIDER GUARDIANS
16CHAPTER XVI THE FANCY-DRESS TEA
4CHAPTER IV CECILY’S DOUBLE LIFE
17CHAPTER XVII JEN SPEAKS OUT
5CHAPTER V A NEW SIDE OF CECILY
18CHAPTER XVIII JOY DECIDES
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6CHAPTER VI MEETING LADY MARCHWOOD
19CHAPTER XIX SCOUT MIKE LEARNS TO DANCE
7CHAPTER VII CECILY’S PAST
20CHAPTER XX THE DARING OF CECILY
8CHAPTER VIII CECILY’S FUTURE
21CHAPTER XXI A SURPRISE FOR SANDY
9CHAPTER IX SANDY OF THE SANDHILLS
22CHAPTER XXII SANDY HELPS
10CHAPTER X AN INVITATION
23CHAPTER XXIII MARIBEL’S PARTNER
11CHAPTER XI THE OTHER LADY MARCHWOOD
24CHAPTER XXIV ROSAMUND BRINGS NEWS
12CHAPTER XII MARIBEL SOLVES A PROBLEM
25CHAPTER XXV ROSAMUND’S STORY
13CHAPTER XIII JEN HEARS THE NEWS
26CHAPTER XXVI ROSAMUND SAYS GOOD-BYE
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