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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
The Barbadoes Girl: A Tale for Young People is a children's novel that explores a young girl's transformation from arrogance to humility after being uprooted from her life in Barbados. Upon her arrival in England, she is taken in by the Harewood family, where her privileged upbringing leads to challenges in adapting to a new way of life. Initially, she is characterized by a haughty demeanour, which causes tension with her new family, but the story focuses on her gradual development. Through her interactions with the Harewood children and their efforts to instil kindness, she learns about the value of humility, compassion, and good character. The narrative emphasizes the importance of moral growth and how personal transformation is possible through positive influences and a commitment to change. As she adjusts to her new circumstances, the story underscores the significance of learning to appreciate the qualities that make one a better person, beyond societal status and privilege.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
The Barbadoes Girl: A Tale for Young People is a children's novel that explores a young girl's transformation from arrogance to humility after being uprooted from her life in Barbados. Upon her arrival in England, she is taken in by the Harewood family, where her privileged upbringing leads to challenges in adapting to a new way of life. Initially, she is characterized by a haughty demeanour, which causes tension with her new family, but the story focuses on her gradual development. Through her interactions with the Harewood children and their efforts to instil kindness, she learns about the value of humility, compassion, and good character. The narrative emphasizes the importance of moral growth and how personal transformation is possible through positive influences and a commitment to change. As she adjusts to her new circumstances, the story underscores the significance of learning to appreciate the qualities that make one a better person, beyond societal status and privilege.