Raquel of the ranch country

Written in the early 20th century, 'Raquel of the Ranch Country' by Alida Malkus follows Raquel Daniels, a Texas ranch girl who attends a prestigious boarding school on the Hudson River. There, she faces class snobbery but forms a lasting friendship with Anne Marvin. As World War I looms, Raquel returns home to take charge of the Lazy L ranch, transitioning from social challenges to the responsibilities of ranch life. The novel explores themes of friendship, class differences, and personal growth in a changing world.