A Girl of the Limberlost | Themes
In A Girl of the Limberlost, even more explicitly than in Freckles, nature is seen as a direct manifestation of God's power, and appreciation of nature as a form of worship. Like nature, love is seen as a softening and ennobling influence. Edith Carr is changed by the devotion of Hart Henderson, and her reformation is evidenced when she notifies Philip of Elnora's whereabouts and delivers the Eacles imperialis moth to Elnora.
Also important is the code of proper behavior. Despite the harshness of Elnora's life, she helps the Billings children. Regardless of...
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