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Summary: Woman of Substance
Review: I have read nearly all of Barbara's books, but Woman of Substance is the most fascinating of all. Emma proves that anything is attainable if we want something badly enough. Her background gives her the destermination she needs to overcome the odds. I especially like Blakie. He adds humour as well as giving Emma strength to fight. An amazing book, Barbara.
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Summary: this book is awesome!
Review: I loved this book and felt that it inspired me to no ends.
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Summary: This is my favorite book ever!
Review: I read this book in the late 70's and it has remained my favorite book. I remember reading until 4 am in the morning to finish it when I had a College Final the next day (and I am NOT a night person!). It was moving and inspiring! I read it again in the late 80's and enjoyed it just as much. Maybe it's time to read it again... Unfortunately, none of the sequels or any other book of BTB's ever came near to this one.
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Summary: I'm a non-reader and couldn't put this book down.
Review: I watch more TV than I read, but Barbara Taylor Bradford has changed my thinking. I specifically am searching for her books now, because "A Woman of Substance" really grabbed me.I laughed and I cried and I was really shocked. When I got near the end of the book, I did not want the story to end. I could really feel the friendships with Emma and Blackie. They were always there for eachother through everything. They're relationship moved me. And the book was very inspiring for me as a woman. She didn't wimp out and kept fighting for what she wanted and what she earned.
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Summary: I'm a non-reader and couldn't put this book down.
Review: I watch more TV than I read, but Barbara Taylor Bradford has changed my thinking. I specifically am searching for her books now, because "A Woman of Substance" really grabbed me. I laughed and I cried and I was really shocked. When I got near the end of the book, I did not want the story to end. I could really feel the friendships with Emma and Blackie. They were always there for eachother through everything. They're relationship moved me. And the book was very inspiring for me as a woman. She didn't wimp out and kept fighting for what she wanted and what she earned.
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Summary: perfect characterization
Review: In Barbara Taylor Bradford's novel, "A Woman of Substance", the theme is that people must work hard for what they want in life is clearly shown. Emma Harte, a very poor little girl goes through many hard times before she ends up being one of the richest and strongest women to live. Bradford develops this moving story through the use of setting, conflict, and characterization to create the powerful theme. " A Woman of Substances" portrays how hard it's for the poor people to have a mellow life. Barbara Taylor B. describes this big problem in life with Emma Harte the main character of the novel. Bradford uses conflict throughout the story to show how capable Harte was of solving all of these difficulties. Through Emma, Bradford let's people know that no matter what the situation is, you can't give up.
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Summary: The story of emma hart
Review: Of all the books I have read,this is my favorite. I am lookingfor this book in hard cover
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Summary: Emma Harte is a role model for all upwardly mobile females.
Review: One of two top novels. Emma Harte is my favorite fiction character. I read this book many years ago and it still remains on the top of my list. As a young woman I was interested in climbing the road to success. Emma Harte's story was an inspiration. I identified with her obsticales, and cheered her success. Every female should read this novel.
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Summary: A Very Finely Told Story by Bradford-Her Best Work!
Review: The "Woman of Substance," and the other sequels following it are wonderful works! The story is based upon the poor Emma, who is a poverty-stricken child, living in rags, and yet comes out of it a wonderful young adult, working her way to empireship with her store business across the country. She works her fingers to the bone to achieve her goals, is a formidable woman, and always gets what she sets out to accomplish through her relentless perserverance. A worthwhile read, and VERY HARD to put it down once you get into the story!
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Summary: Compelling
Review: The first time I read A Woman of Substance I was about 13 years old, and I think I've probably read it at least once every second year since (and it seems to get even better each time). I am now 27 years old and I will always enjoy this great book, simply because it tells a unique story of a woman who succeeded against all odds and whose dignity, strength and perseverence should be an example to every woman who is afraid to fail and to be different. This book is truly addictive, the language is brilliant and the storyline completely compelling. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good story full of love, power, success and most of all an incredibly strong woman. Read it when you feel lost, down or weak, or just read it anyway!
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