A Girl of the Limberlost Author:Gene Stratton-Porter Set near the Limberlost Swamp in Indiana at the beginning of the 20th century, "A Girl of the Limberlost" is the story of Elnora Comstock, a young girl who is just entering high school at the outset of the novel. The story is one of Elnora's struggles to overcome her poverty; to win the love of her mother, who blames Elnora for her husband's dea... more »th; and to find a romantic love of her own. A classic and romantic coming of age story, "A Girl of the Limberlost" will delight readers of all ages.« less
Ellen H. (eeeee) reviewed A Girl of the Limberlost on
Helpful Score: 4
I really enjoyed this book as a girl. A great book for children who enjoyed the Little House and Anne of Green Gables books and are looking for similar historical stories of childhood/adolescence. Porter shows a real appreciation for nature.