Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from At Home in Mitford

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Lord's Chapel - This location is the place where Father Tim is rector.

Mitford - This is the small town where the novel takes place.

The Grill - This is the place where most of the townspeople gather to share coffee and gossip.

Fernbank - This is the large home of Miss Sadie and Louella.

Porter House - This was built by Miss Rose's brother in the hopes that someday he would live there happily.

Baxter Park - This is behind the rectory, where Tim takes his exercise.

Hope House - This is...
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