A tale of three weeks by Eglanton Thorne
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About this eBook
| Author | Thorne, Eglanton, 1852-1907 |
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| Title | A tale of three weeks |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: The Religious Tract Society, 1883. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Summary | "A Tale of Three Weeks" by Eglanton Thorne is a children's fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the three Bartlett sisters, Katie, Florrie, and Gertie, during a period when their parents are away on holiday, leaving them in the care of their governess, Miss Jameson. The tale explores themes of personal growth, kindness, and the importance of charity, as the children learn valuable lessons through their experiences. Throughout the narrative, the sisters grapple with their initial disappointment of being left behind while their parents enjoy a seaside vacation. However, they soon find joy in a new project proposed by Miss Jameson—to dress dolls for sick children in a hospital. As they engage in this charitable endeavor, they navigate feelings of kindness, resentment, and eventual humility, especially in light of their interactions with their cousin Edith, who falls seriously ill. Ultimately, the book delivers crucial moral lessons about love, forgiveness, and the importance of approaching life with a compassionate spirit amidst trials and tribulations. The captivating journey of the Bartlett sisters serves not only as entertainment but also as an instructive guide for young readers on how to cultivate empathy and generosity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Siblings -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | England -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Cousins -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Governesses -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70935 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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