They Loved to Laugh (Young Adult Bookshelf)

Tears and laughter alternate in this novel of a young girl's growth to womanhood in the 1830's. 16-year-old orphan Martitia Howland has been transplanted into a Quaker farm family of five intimidating sons and one disapproving daughter. As Martitia runs their gauntlet, she begins to bloom. Valiantly she acquires the skills they expect of her, and discovers other gifts all her own. Her achievements earn respect in the end and more, her heart's true love. North Carolina, 1830s RL5.4 Of read-aloud interest ages 11-up
ASIN: 1883937167
VSKU: LFV.1883937167.VG
Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Worth, Kathryn|De Angeli, Marguerite
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Book is in very good condition. Clean with little to no signs of wear or markings highlights.