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Hildegarde's Home is a novel written by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards and first published in 1892. The story follows the life of Hildegarde, a young girl who is sent to live with her wealthy aunt in Boston after her mother passes away. Hildegarde is initially overwhelmed by the luxury and sophistication of her new surroundings, but soon finds herself longing for the simple pleasures of her former life in the countryside.As Hildegarde navigates the complex social hierarchy of her aunt's world, she befriends a group of kind-hearted young women who help her adapt to her new environment. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of staying true to oneself.Despite the challenges she faces, Hildegarde remains determined to make a home for herself in Boston. With the help of her new friends and her own fierce determination, she ultimately finds a sense of belonging and purpose in her new life.Hildegarde's Home is a charming coming-of-age story that explores themes of identity, class, and the meaning of home. Written in a lively and engaging style, this novel is sure to delight readers of all ages.This Book Is In English.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.