Author

Katharine Haviland-Taylor

1888-1941

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Love stories Young women -- Fiction Americans -- Italy -- Fiction Bildungsromans Boarding schools -- Fiction Catholic Church -- Clergy -- Fiction Families -- Fiction Florence (Italy) -- Fiction Immigrants -- United States -- Fiction Motherless families -- Fiction New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction Orphans -- Fiction Social classes -- United States -- Fiction Teenage girls -- Fiction Tomboys -- Fiction

Books by Katharine Haviland-Taylor

A modern trio in an old town

"A Modern Trio in an Old Town" by Katharine Haviland Taylor is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Jane Jones, an 18-year-old girl from Pennsylvania, as she embarks on a life-changing journey to Florence, Italy, to study piano with the renowned teacher, Signor Michele Paggi. Along the way, she navigates cultural differences, forms new friendships, and experiences the daunting yet exciting world of an artist's life abroad. At the start of the narrative, Jane reflects on her fears and apprehensions about moving to a foreign country, particularly when a key adult chaperone decides to abandon her. While traveling by ship, Jane meets Mr. Terrance Wake, who offers to help her once they reach Florence, easing some of her anxieties. Upon their arrival in Genoa, she experiences the vibrant local life and the sights of Italy, which captivates her. Upon reaching the Pension Dante in Florence, she learns that her old friend, Leslie Parrish, and her friend Viola Harris-Clarke, have arrived as well, bringing new dynamics and tensions into Jane's life as she embarks on her new adventure of music and self-discovery.

Natalie Page

"Natalie Page" by Katharine Haviland-Taylor is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Natalie Page, a spirited and tomboyish sixteen-year-old girl, as she navigates the complexities of life after moving from her small hometown to live with her relatives in New York City. The narrative explores themes of family, identity, and the struggle between personal desires and societal expectations, particularly for young women during that time. The opening of the story introduces Natalie in a reflective mood as she recalls poignant moments from her childhood, particularly surrounding the loss of her mother. As she transfers to her uncle Frank Randolph's home, it is clear she possesses a free-spirited nature that leads her into trouble, such as when she decides to bicycle down courthouse steps. As the first chapter unfolds, we find her wrestling with impending changes and the pressure of conformity symbolized by her family's expectations for her future. Natalie's internal conflict is compounded by her aunt’s intentions to polish her rough edges and prepare her for a more refined life, setting the stage for the adventures and challenges she will face in her new urban environment.

Cecilia of the Pink Roses

"Cecilia of the Pink Roses" by Katharine Haviland Taylor is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young girl named Cecilia Madden, who grapples with her humble beginnings in a working-class family while trying to uphold her dreams of becoming a 'lady.' As she navigates her responsibilities as a caretaker for her siblings amidst family struggles, the narrative delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of social acceptance. The opening of the novel introduces Cecilia's challenging home life, characterized by the oppressive heat of their flat and her mother's illness. Cecilia, a seven-year-old girl, takes care of her younger brother Johnny while managing household duties in a setting filled with the chaos of daily life. The chapter reveals Cecilia’s deep emotional connection with her family, particularly her mother, and juxtaposes her youthful innocence against the burdens she carries. As her father, Jeremiah, leaves for the doctor, the gravity of their situation unfolds, laying the groundwork for Cecilia’s character development throughout the novel. The beginning encapsulates the raw struggles of a working-class family while highlighting Cecilia's resilience and nurturing spirit.