Gloria: A Girl and Her Dad follows the journey of a young girl and her father as they face life's challenges following the loss of her mother. Living in the coastal town of Barbend, Gloria forms a close bond with her best friend, Tom, who, like her, has been raised without a mother. Their contrasting personalities—Gloria’s lively spirit and Tom’s quieter demeanor—highlight the strength of their friendship as they navigate the complexities of growing up. As summer comes to a close, Gloria reflects on her father’s hopes for a new opportunity, while the possibility of attending school away from home introduces an emotional shift. The story explores the depth of the father-daughter relationship, the resilience of children facing loss, and the transition into new stages of life. Through their adventures and the challenges they encounter, the narrative delves into themes of personal growth, familial bonds, and the evolving nature of relationships, providing a tender portrayal of life’s inevitable changes.
Lilian Garis, born Lilian C. McNamara on October 20, 1873, in Cleveland, Ohio, was an American author of juvenile fiction. Her parents, Edward and Winifred McNamara, were Irish immigrants. Garis began her writing career at a young age, taking charge of the "Woman's Page" at the Newark Evening News, becoming the first female reporter there. She was also an active suffragist. As a teenager, her poem "Peace" was featured in the New Jersey Scrapbook of Women Writers. Known by her pen name "Lilian Mack," Garis wrote for various newspapers, gaining recognition for her work. She married fellow writer Howard R. Garis in 1899, and together, they became one of the most prolific author duos of children's literature. Garis penned numerous books, including the Melody Lane series and Girl Scouts series, many published by the Stratemeyer Syndicate. The couple had two children, Roger and Cleo. In 1951, they moved to Amherst, Massachusetts, where Garis continued her writing until her death on April 19, 1954, in Newark, New Jersey, at the age of 80.
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