The Girl Wanted:  A Book of Friendly Thoughts

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The Girl Wanted: A Book of Friendly Thoughts

by Nixon Waterman

EN·~3 hours

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Description

A gentle, upbeat guide for young women, this volume gathers uplifting thoughts and practical advice drawn from a wide range of celebrated teachers and philosophers. Its author frames each piece as a friendly conversation, inviting readers to explore themes such as choosing a positive path, cultivating good habits, and finding joy in everyday actions. The tone is warm and encouraging, offering simple reflections that feel like a caring mentor’s gentle nudge toward confidence and purpose.

Organized into short, self‑contained chapters, the book moves from the importance of early impressions to the value of sunshine, a merry heart, and a clear sense of purpose. Readers will encounter relatable anecdotes, modest poems, and concise maxims that celebrate kindness, perseverance, and the quiet strength of a thoughtful mind. Ideal for ages seven to seventy, it serves as a timeless companion for anyone seeking a cheerful boost of moral guidance and hopeful inspiration.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (177K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2008-09-21

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Nixon Waterman

Nixon Waterman

1859–1944

A newspaper writer, poet, and popular Chautauqua lecturer, he became known in the 1890s for light verse and upbeat, accessible writing. His work was widely read and performed, helping him build a national audience beyond the newspaper page.

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