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Mary Ellen Chase
1887-1973
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Books by Mary Ellen Chase
The Girl from the Big Horn Country
"The Girl from the Big Horn Country" by Mary Ellen Chase is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around Virginia Hunter, a spirited young girl from the scenic Big Horn mountains in Wyoming, as she prepares to leave her home to attend school in the East, facing the challenges of new experiences far from her familiar surroundings. At the start of the novel, Virginia is deeply connected to her upbringing in the West, relishing the beauty of the Elk Creek Valley and the company of her cherished friends, particularly Donald Keith. As she bids farewell to her childhood home and contemplates her journey to Vermont, she grapples with a mix of excitement and homesickness. The initial chapter vividly describes her last day in Wyoming, highlighting her close relationships and the sense of belonging she feels to the rugged landscape, all while foreshadowing her upcoming adventures and the adjustments she must make in an unfamiliar environment.
Virginia of Elk Creek Valley
"Virginia of Elk Creek Valley" by Mary Ellen Chase is a novel written in the early 20th century. This fictional work explores the lives and adventures of a group of young women and men as they navigate the landscapes and challenges of the Big Horn Country in Wyoming during the pioneer days. The central character, Virginia, is characterized by her enthusiasm and emotional depth, particularly as she prepares for the arrival of her friends and family to her homestead. The opening of the novel introduces us to the breathtaking beauty of Elk Creek Valley on a mid-summer morning, where Virginia and her friend Donald are filled with excitement about their plans. Virginia expresses her joy and eagerness as she anticipates the arrival of her friends, envisioning the adventures they will have together. Through lively dialogue, we see Virginia's vibrant personality juxtaposed with her companion's more calm demeanor, hinting at the dynamics that will unfold among the group. As they travel toward the station to greet their friends, Virginia is portrayed as an eager, imaginative young woman, devoted to the natural wonders surrounding her and the connections with her peers. This sets the stage for a narrative rich in camaraderie, exploration, and growth in the new American landscape.
Mary Christmas
"Mary Christmas" by Mary Ellen Chase is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the Wescott family, particularly the four Wescott children, who lead a bucolic life in a small Maine village during the late 1890s. The arrival of Mary Christmas, a traveler from Armenia with a mysterious past, introduces adventure and cultural richness into their routine existence, setting the stage for themes of identity, belonging, and the contrasts between their sheltered lives and Mary’s world of ancient history and impending turmoil. At the start of the novel, the four Wescott children witness their father's unusual behavior of carrying his collar and tie instead of wearing them, which becomes a source of speculation and mild embarrassment. This quirky family dynamic is soon overshadowed by the arrival of Mary Christmas, who presents an enchanting figure to the children with her striking appearance and tales from her homeland—a place they come to learn is the enigmatic Garden of Eden. The opening chapters cleverly juxtapose the children’s innocent curiosity and their father's societal standing with the complexities of Mary Christmas's past, establishing the groundwork for the deeper explorations of connection and empathy that will unfold as they engage with this extraordinary guest.