The Motor Maids in Fair Japan
by OpenStories
Original author: Katherine Stokes
"The Motor Maids in Fair Japan" by Katherine Stokes is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a group of adventurous young women, known as the Motor Maids, as they embark on a journey to Japan. This journey promises to be filled with exploration and cultural encounters, as they experience a world that is beautifully foreign to them. The beginning of the novel introduces the characters, particularly Nancy Brown, as she informs her father of their upcoming adventure to Japan, accompanied by her friends and their chaperone, Miss Helen Campbell. They are excited about this new chapter in their travels, moving from the familiarity of their coastal town to the exotic landscapes of Tokyo. As they arrive and settle into their new home, they are greeted by an array of interesting Japanese customs and colorful personalities, including the charming young maid Onoye. This exciting introduction sets the tone for the Motor Maids’ enthusiastic aspirations and the cross-cultural experiences they will encounter throughout their stay in Japan.
The Motor Maids in Fair Japan, by Katherine Stokes. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #13450.
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22 Chapters
- 1.Chapter I: Off for Japan2,349 words
- 2.Chapter II: Tea in the Garden2,072 words
- 3.Chapter III: Shopping in Jinrikshas2,613 words
- 4.Chapter IV: The Garden in the Rain2,314 words
- 5.Chapter V: In the Library2,233 words
- 6.Chapter VI: Cherry Blossoms2,535 words
- 7.Chapter VII: A Bad Quarter of an Hour2,171 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: The Compassionate God, Jizu2,471 words
- 9.Chapter IX: A Birthday Party3,253 words
- 10.Chapter X: In the Dark1,820 words
- 11.Chapter XL: The Comet Disguised2,299 words
- 12.Chapter XII: A Theater Party3,314 words
- 13.Chapter XIII: A Failing Out2,345 words
- 14.Chapter XIV2,415 words
- 15.Chapter XV: The Ancient City of Sleep2,155 words
- 16.Chapter XVI: The Storm King2,138 words
- 17.Chapter XVII: A Visit of Ceremony2,311 words
- 18.Chapter XVIII: The Magnet and the Silver Churn2,739 words
- 19.Chapter XIX: Father and Daughter2,342 words
- 20.Chapter XX: The Typhoon2,274 words
- 21.Chapter XXI: Conundrums and Answers1,952 words
- 22.Chapter XXII: Good-Bye, Summer1,578 words