Tabitha's Vacation by Ruth Brown MacArthur
"Tabitha's Vacation" by Ruth Alberta Brown is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Tabitha Catt and her friend Gloriana Holliday as they navigate their summer vacation while taking charge of the McKittrick family’s household. The book delves into themes of responsibility, friendship, and personal growth as the young protagonists face various challenges and unexpected guests during their time as housekeepers. The opening of "Tabitha's Vacation"sets the stage for the central conflict of the narrative, revealing the excitement that Tabitha and Gloriana feel at the onset of their summer break. They discuss the changes in their lives, particularly regarding Gloriana’s health and her newfound happiness, as they prepare to visit the McKittrick family. However, their plans take a serious turn when they learn that Mr. McKittrick is gravely ill, prompting Tabitha to step in and offer her help in managing the household while Mrs. McKittrick takes care of her husband. The tone mixes lightheartedness and serious themes, as the girls embrace their new roles while wrestling with a host of unexpected complications brought about by the rambunctious McKittrick children and unforeseen circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | MacArthur, Ruth Brown, 1881- |
|---|---|
| Title | Tabitha's Vacation |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Nevada -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20332 |
| Release Date | Jan 11, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 146 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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