Marjorie Dean, College Junior

"Marjorie Dean, College Junior" by Josephine Chase is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The book follows Marjorie Dean and her friends as they return to Hamilton College, exploring themes of friendship, music, and the social dynamics of college life. The characters are college girls navigating their academic and social lives, emphasizing camaraderie and shared experiences. The opening of the novel sets a lively scene as Phyllis Moore and her choristers organize a serenade for Marjorie Dean and her friends, celebrating their return to college after summer vacation. Phyllis is depicted as an enthusiastic organizer, keen on maintaining the spirit of friendship among the group, while the girls discuss familiar faces and friendships, stirring nostalgia and excitement. They plan their serenade amidst chatter and laughter, showcasing the joy and bonds of their shared collegiate experience. As the serenade unfolds, it evokes a sense of harmony and warmth, indicating the strong connections within this group of young women. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Jessie Graham Flower is a pseudonym for American author Josephine Chase. Born about 1878 in Pennsylvania to Edward H. Chase and Mary Arrner Chase. Chase was the author of the popular Grace Harlowe series of 27 books for girls, written between 1910 and 1924. The books fall into four separate series, including a high school series, college series, Overseas series, and Overland Riders series. Chase died February 8, 1931, in Philadelphia. She never married and was survived by her sister, Edna Chase.