The little cap : Or, The lost heir of Sternfelden by Mrs. Dundas
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| Author | Dundas, Mrs. (Louisa Maria), 1806-1895 |
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| Title | The little cap : Or, The lost heir of Sternfelden |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Gall and Inglis, 1871. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Summary | "The Little Cap: Or, The Lost Heir of Sternfelden" by Hon. Mrs. Dundas is a historical novel set in the mid-16th century during the tumultuous times of European warfare. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the siege of Metz, depicting the life of a noble soldier, Gaspard Stettele, and his family as they navigate the perils of war, loss, and fatherhood. The narrative intertwines themes of bravery, compassion, and the search for identity, focusing on the themes of family and the enduring power of love. The plot centers around Gaspard, who, during a fierce battle, rescues a noble infant from a burning castle. This child, a lost heir to a powerful house, becomes a pivotal figure in Gaspard’s life and offers a beacon of hope for him and his family amidst their struggles. As Gaspard and his wife Katherine adopt the child, they face adversity from a cruel steward, leading to their unjust impoverishment. Their journey to restore justice brings them to the castle of Sternfelden, where revelations about the child and the steward’s misdeeds lead to their eventual reunion with the child's noble parents. With themes of redemption and the eventual reward for integrity, the narrative emphasizes virtue and perseverance in the face of hardship, ultimately showcasing how acts of kindness can lead to unexpected blessings. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Adopted children -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Metz (France) -- History -- Siege, 1552 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70921 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 62 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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