Dear Enemy is a novel by Jean Webster. Sallie McBride grows from a vain jetsetter to a mature woman and develops relationships a wealthy politician and a physician, whereby having to make a hard choice between one of the two.

"The wheat princess" is a romance novel about an heiress, Marcia Copley, who is busy living the high life to notice the hunger at her doorstep, or at least, around her. The book focuses on the journey of the American heiress to Rome in a bid to attract an aristocrat. Will her adventure to the foreign land go as planned?

"Daddy-Long-Legs" - Jerusha "Judy" Abbott was brought up at the John Grier Home, an old-fashioned orphanage. At the age of 17, Judy is informed by the asylum's dour matron that one of the trustees has offered to pay her way through college. Judy catches a glimpse of the shadow of her benefactor from the back, and knows he is a tall long-legged man. Because of this, she jokingly calls him Daddy-Long-Legs. She has an obligation to write him a monthly letter, but she will never know his identity; she must address the letters to Mr. John Smith, and he never will reply. The letters chronicles...

This meticulously edited collection contains the best works of Jean Webster, American author of novels for young women. Her best-known books feature lively and likeable young female protagonists who come of age intellectually, morally, and socially, but with enough humor, snappy dialogue, and gently biting social commentary to make her books palatable and enjoyable to contemporary readers. Table of Contents: - "Daddy-Long-Legs" is a tale of Judy Abbott, orphan girl who gets adopted by an unknown benefactor who puts her through college, with here having an obligation to write him a monthly...

Jean Webster's works 'Just Patty' and 'When Patty Went to College' offer readers a charming and witty glimpse into the life of a young college girl in the early 20th century. Written in a light-hearted and engaging style, the books provide both entertainment and social commentary on the evolving roles of women in higher education. Through the adventures of Patty, the reader is able to explore themes of friendship, romance, and self-discovery in a way that feels both timeless and relevant. Webster's writing is both clever and insightful, blending humor with introspection in a way that...

"The wheat princess" is a romance novel about an heiress, Marcia Copley, who is busy living the high life to notice the hunger at her doorstep, or at least, around her. The book focuses on the journey of the American heiress to Rome in a bid to attract an aristocrat. Will her adventure to the foreign land go as planned?

Jean Webster's novel 'Just Patty' is a charming coming-of-age story set in an all-girls boarding school. Written in a light and humorous tone, the book follows the adventures of Patty, a free-spirited and mischievous teenage girl, as she navigates friendships, schoolwork, and societal expectations. The novel's episodic structure and witty dialogue capture the essence of adolescent life in the early 20th century, making it a delightful read for fans of classic literature. Through Patty's antics and heartfelt moments, Webster explores themes of independence, friendship, and the journey to...

Jean Webster's 'Jerry Junior' is a heartwarming novel that follows the story of Jerry, a young boy who overcomes numerous challenges in his pursuit of education and self-fulfillment. The book is written in a charming and accessible style, with a focus on themes of perseverance, education, and the importance of personal growth. Set in the late 19th century, 'Jerry Junior' offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and educational norms of the time, making it a valuable piece of historical fiction. Webster's vivid descriptions and engaging narrative style make this book a delightful and...

"Papa-Lang-Beine" von Jean Webster ist ein klassischer Entwicklungsroman, der das Briefroman-Format nutzt, um die Geschichte der Waise Jerusha Abbott zu erzählen. In einer feinsinnigen Balance zwischen Humor und Sozialkritik schildert Webster die Schwierigkeiten und Hoffnungen eines jungen Mädchens am Beginn des 20. Jahrhunderts, das durch die großzügige Unterstützung eines anonymen Wohltäters Zugang zu höherer Bildung erhält. Der Roman überzeugt durch seine frischen Dialoge, seinen ironischen Witz sowie die subtile Kommentierung gesellschaftlicher Erwartungen, insbesondere in...

In "Nur Patty" entführt Jean Webster die Leser in die Welt der lebensbejahenden und witzigen Protagonistin Patty, die im Schatten eines starren Bildungssystems nach ihrer eigenen Identität sucht. Der Roman, geschrieben im frühen 20. Jahrhundert, vereint geschickt humorvolle Erzählweise mit tiefsinnigen Reflexionen über Selbstverwirklichung und die Herausforderungen junger Frauen in einer sich wandelnden Gesellschaft. Websters Stil ist geprägt von lebendigen Dialogen und einer einfühlsamen Erzählperspektive, die die inneren Konflikte der Figuren eindrucksvoll zum Ausdruck bringt und...