Girls of the Forest
1902
Published in 1902, 'Girls of the Forest' by L. T. Meade is a juvenile fiction novel centered on the Dale sisters living in an old Elizabethan mansion in the New Forest. The story follows Verena and her sisters as they prepare for the arrival of their Aunt Sophia, whose strict views on education and conduct threaten to disrupt their carefree lives. The novel explores themes of family dynamics, rebellion against authority, and the innocence of youth amidst impending change.
