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Marjorie Dean, College Sophomore

by Josephine Chase

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Marjorie Dean, a university student in her sophomore year at Hamilton College, faces the social and academic challenges typical of young women in early 20th-century America. The novel, part of a series aimed at girls aged 12 to 18, follows her experiences as she navigates college life, including interactions with older students known as the "Sans Soucians" and the adjustments after a summer break. The story highlights the social dynamics and peer relationships among college students, emphasizing themes of friendship, personal growth, and resilience within an academic setting.

Set during the early 1900s, the work reflects contemporary attitudes towards gender roles and education for young women. It depicts a period when college life for women was gaining increased acceptance but still involved navigating social expectations and academic ambitions. The narrative provides a perspective on the collegiate environment and adolescent development during this era.

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Leila claimed the privilege of conveying the freshman to Silverton Hall, her destination. Page 115 MARJORIE DEAN COLLEGE SOPHOMORE By PAULINE LESTER Author of "Marjorie Dean, College Freshman," "Marjorie Dean, College Junior," "Marjorie Dean, College Senior" and The Marjorie Dean High School Series A. L. BURT COMPANY Publishers New York THE Marjorie Dean College Series A Series of Stories for Girls 12 to 18 Years of Age By PAULINE LESTER Marjorie Dean, College Freshman Marjorie Dean, College Sophomore Marjorie Dean, College Junior Marjorie Dean, College Senior Copyright, 1922 By A. L. BURT COMPANY MARJORIE DEAN, COLLEGE SOPHOMORE Made in "U. S. A." Contents I THE RETURN. 3 II. A CELEBRATION AT BARETTI'S. 16 III. GATHERING CLOUDS. 26 IV. AN INVITATION TO AN "OFFICE PARTY." 38 V. LETTER NUMBER TWO. 48 VI. THE GENUS "FRESHMAN." 61 VII. THE SANS' NEW RECRUIT. 79 VIII. HER FATHER'S METHODS. 92 IX. FRESHIE FISHING. 105 X. WINNING OVER THE FRESHMEN. 119 XI. THE DIFFERENCE IN PICNIC PLANS. 129 XII. A RECKLESS DRIVER. 139 XIII. A PAINFUL INTERVIEW. 149 XIV. A VOLUNTEER MESSENGER. 159 XV. THE RENDEZVOUS. 171 XVI. FAIR PLAY AND NO FAVORS. 183 XVII. "GENERAL" CAIRNS TO THE RESCUE. 193 XVIII. "THE SOFT TALK." 202 XIX. A CLAIM ON FRIENDSHIP. 212 XX. ALL ON ST. VALENTINE'S NIGHT. 220 XXI. LOOKOUTS REAL AND TRUE. 229 XXII. THE BITER BITTEN. 239 XXIII. APPARITION OF THE NIGHT. 250 XXIV. AFTER THE FRAY. 257 XXV. THE BITTERNESS OF DEFEAT. 266 XXVI. ON MAY-DAY NIGHT. 273 XXVII. CONCLUSION. 279 Transcriber's Note: Table of Contents not present in original book. MARJORIE DEAN, COLLEGE SOPHOMORE THE RETURN. "Hamilton, at last!" Marjorie Dean's utterance expressed her satisfaction of the journey's near end. "Yes; Hamilton, at last," repeated Muriel Harding. "This September it doesn't matter a particle whether or not we are met at the station. We are sophomores. We know what to do and where to go without the help of the celebrated Sans Soucians." Muriel's inflection was one of sarcasm. "All the help they ever gave us as freshmen can be told in two words: no help . Forget the Sans. I hate to think of them. I hope not one of them is back. The station platform will look beautiful without them." Jerry Macy delivered herself of this uncomplimentary opinion as she began methodically to gather up her luggage. "How very sad to see two Hamiltonites so utterly lacking in…

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