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Nellie
Oleson is Walnut Grove's richest and best-dressed young girl
in town. She's also the most spoiled, unpleasant and disrespectful
girl as well. As the daughter of wealthy Oleson family, Nellie
is used to having her way. Her mother, Harriet, insists on it.
And when things go her way, everyone can be certain that Nellie
will brag about it. Her condescending behavior makes her the
least favorite with the boys. But Nellie doesn't worry about
not being popular. She believes she's the envy of all the schoolgirls,
all but Laura. Nellie thinks that Laura's impoverished upbringing
is something to pity. It doesn't matter to her that Laura is
smart, well-liked and comes from a respected family. According
to Nellie and her mother, the Ingalls are beneath the Olesons.
But Nellie is no match for Laura. She insists that she and her
family are worthy of respect while Nellie contends they're not.
The robust personalities are both young girls are sure to lead
to a showdown. |
