Girl of the Limberlost--Gene Stratton Porter

This book was published in 1909, and it is still a great read. Okay, it's a little preachy but these are lessons that are still valid and true.

What did we learn?

• Always get an education.
• Even if it looks like all is lost, if you just keep at it something will change. Or you will, and you'll be better able to get past it.
  
• A little crappy parenting makes the child a tougher person.
• It's nearly impossible to kill a child's love for a parent.
  
• There's nothing so silly as losing your head over love.
  
• Be frugal. You can do impressive things with a little creativity. But not cheap!
  
• Be yourself.
• The bitch act does wear thin after a while.
  
• Don't get involved with a guy with entanglements.

Anything else?