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Name: Polly Oliver's problem
Author: Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

📘 Polly Oliver's problem by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

Polly Oliver's Problem follows a young woman who feels confined by her life running a boarding house with her mother. When an illness forces the Widow to relocate for better health, Polly is thrust into the role of caregiver and manager. Facing the challenges of taking charge, she learns the reality of adult responsibilities, the value of friendship, and the bonds between mother and daughter. The story presents a realistic coming‑of‑age experience while exploring themes of service, self‑discovery, and community support. The narrative, aimed at a juvenile audience, stresses the importance of conduct in life and the ascent into maturity amidst the practicalities of running a boardinghouse and supporting those afflicted by illness.

First publish date: 1893

Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers

Authors: Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

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