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Three Margarets
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- Gutenberg ID
- 22293
- Title
- Three Margarets
- Language
- en
- Book source
- Project Gutenberg
- Description max 80 words
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Three Margarets by Laura E. Richards follows three cousins—Margaret, Peggy, and Rita—who arrive at Fernley House to spend the summer with their eccentric uncle, John Montfort. Blending historical education with romantic adventure, the novel explores themes of friendship, cultural identity, and personal growth against the backdrop of Cuban history and domestic life.
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In Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards' *Three Margarets*, three cousins named Margaret Montfort, Peggy, and Rita arrive at Fernley House, the estate of their reclusive uncle, John Montfort. Though they share a surname and grandmother, the girls are initially divided by temperament: Margaret is a seventeen-year-old from the North with an earnest moral compass and love for history; Peggy is a plump, unrefined girl from a Western farm; and Rita is a graceful, dramatic Cuban from Havana. Their uncle, initially absent, reveals himself as a kind but eccentric figure who orchestrated their meeting to find a companion for his late wife's friend and potentially a bride for himself. The narrative unfolds through their daily interactions, lessons in history and manners, and Rita's dramatic reenactments of Cuban independence. As the summer progresses, the girls bond deeply, helping one another overcome their flaws: Peggy learns refinement, while Rita learns to temper her dramatic excesses. The story expands to include two Cuban youths, Carlos and Fernando, who visit the house, adding romantic tension and cultural exchange. The climax involves a heartfelt revelation from Uncle John, who admits his deception to win their affection and clarifies his desire for a quiet, domestic life. The novel concludes with the departure of the Cuban cousins, leaving Margaret to stay with her uncle, affirming the enduring bonds of family and friendship forged during their shared summer.
- LLM editorial rating
- 4.2/5
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Authors
- Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards
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- Young Women
- Cousins