Just Patty (1911)

Just Patty is a novel written by Jean Webster and originally published in 1911. The story is set in a boarding school for girls and follows the adventures of Patty Wyatt, a mischievous and rebellious student who constantly finds herself in trouble with the school's strict headmistress. Throughout the book, Patty gets into all sorts of scrapes, from sneaking out of school to attend a dance to starting a secret society with her friends. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of following rules. The novel is written in a diary format, with each chapter representing a different month in the school year. Through Patty's diary entries, readers get a glimpse into the daily life of a boarding school student in the early 1900s, including classes, sports, and social events. Just Patty is a lighthearted and entertaining read, perfect for fans of classic coming-of-age stories. It is also notable for its portrayal of strong, independent female characters, who challenge traditional gender roles and expectations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.