Old-Fashioned Girl

In Old-Fashioned Girl, 14-year-old Polly Milton embarks on a transformative journey as she visits her friend Fanny Shaw and her affluent family in the bustling city for the very first time. Overwhelmed by the opulence of the Shaws’ lifestyle—complete with extravagant clothes and peculiar habits that Polly struggles to understand—she initially feels out of place. Yet, through her unwavering warmth, kindness, and genuine support, Polly gradually wins the hearts of her new friends. Fast forward six years, and Polly returns to the city, this time with a mission to pursue her dream of becoming a music teacher.