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Dawn is set during World War I and tells of Keith Burton, who is going blind. He, as well as his family, struggle with the situation. Most of the book deals with their ways - right and wrong - of dealing with the situation.

Though starkly different from Pollyanna, the book that propelled author Eleanor H. Porter to worldwide acclaim, the engrossing novel Dawn plumbs some of the same themes as its predecessor, including the importance of always maintaining an optimistic outlook on life, no matter... Read Full Overview

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Dawn is a novel written by Eleanor H. Porter, first published in 1918. The story follows the life of Judith Dawn, a young woman who has grown up in a wealthy family but is dissatisfied with her sheltered life. When her father dies, Judith is left alone and decides to leave her... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

"Dawn" from Eleanor H. Porter. American novelist (1860-1928).

"Dawn" from Eleanor Hodgman Porter. American novelist (1860-1928).

""Dawn"" is a novel by Eleanor H. Porter, first published in 1918. The story follows the life of Judith Dawn, a young woman who has recently lost her father and her home. She is forced to move in with her aunt, who is cold and unsympathetic towards her. Despite her difficult... Read Full Overview

Though starkly different from Pollyanna, the book that propelled author Eleanor H. Porter to worldwide acclaim, the engrossing novel Dawn plumbs some of the same themes as its predecessor, including the importance of always maintaining an optimistic outlook on life, no matter... Read Full Overview

Though starkly different from Pollyanna, the book that propelled author Eleanor H. Porter to worldwide acclaim, the engrossing novel Dawn plumbs some of the same themes as its predecessor, including the importance of always maintaining an optimistic outlook on life, no matter... Read Full Overview