That Barbara Author:Wilma Thompson When it becomes apparent that there is no escape from the complications of growing up, that Barbara lunges into a series of impulsive and hilarious misadventures to prove herself. She faints right after dessert at the elegant Tropical Room; her homemade dress suddenly falls apart at the town pageant meeting; and when her first date comes to pic... more »k her up, she is covered with mud. Only her youthful drive and noble plans carry Barbara through grief, strains, sprain, ridicule, and the embarrassments of leaving her childhood behind.« less