"A Hoosier Chronicle" by Meredith Nicholson is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a small college town in Indiana, the book introduces readers to Sylvia Garrison, the young granddaughter of Professor Andrew Kelton, as she navigates her sheltered life in an academic household. The novel touches on themes of education, social class, and personal development within the close-knit academic community. At the start of the story, Sylvia is portrayed as an intelligent and introspective young girl, raised primarily by her grandfather who has devoted his life to teaching and academia. The chapter illustrates her daily life, describing the Kelton cottage and the bond between Sylvia and her grandfather. Her encounter with a mysterious young man at their home sets off a chain of events, hinting at underlying tensions related to Sylvia's upbringing and her future. As they move through their routines, the narrative establishes Sylvia's desire for greater knowledge and experiences beyond the confines of her world, setting the stage for her transformation as the plot unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
A Hoosier Chronicle
By Meredith Nicholson
"A Hoosier Chronicle" by Meredith Nicholson is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a small college town in Indiana,...
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2005-02-22
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Meredith Nicholson was a best-selling author from Indiana, United States, a politician, and a diplomat.
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