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Title: The adopted son : or, illustrations of the Lord's prayer
Original Publication: London: Gall & Inglis., 1877.
Note: Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Summary: "The Adopted Son: or, Illustrations of the Lord's Prayer" by A. L. O. E. is a moralistic tale written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around a young girl named Nelly and her father, Viner, who adopt a boy named Walter, the son of a convict. The story explores themes of kindness, redemption, and the influence of family and faith on personal development. At the start of the story, we meet Nelly who is excited about the arrival of her new brother, Walter. The conversation between various villagers, including Goldie the fruiterer and Mrs. Winter, reveals concerns about Walter's lineage and the challenges he might face due to his father's past. Despite the villagers' skepticism, Viner and Nelly demonstrate kindness towards Walter, creating a warm household atmosphere where he is welcomed and encouraged. Viner imparts Christian values and the significance of prayer to both Nelly and Walter, setting the groundwork for a narrative steeped in the exploration of moral challenges and the efforts to live by one's principles amidst societal judgments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: A. L. O. E., 1821-1893
EBook No.: 71906
Published: Oct 18, 2023
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Adopted children -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Lord's prayer -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The adopted son : or, illustrations of the Lord's prayer
Original Publication: London: Gall & Inglis., 1877.
Note: Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Summary: "The Adopted Son: or, Illustrations of the Lord's Prayer" by A. L. O. E. is a moralistic tale written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around a young girl named Nelly and her father, Viner, who adopt a boy named Walter, the son of a convict. The story explores themes of kindness, redemption, and the influence of family and faith on personal development. At the start of the story, we meet Nelly who is excited about the arrival of her new brother, Walter. The conversation between various villagers, including Goldie the fruiterer and Mrs. Winter, reveals concerns about Walter's lineage and the challenges he might face due to his father's past. Despite the villagers' skepticism, Viner and Nelly demonstrate kindness towards Walter, creating a warm household atmosphere where he is welcomed and encouraged. Viner imparts Christian values and the significance of prayer to both Nelly and Walter, setting the groundwork for a narrative steeped in the exploration of moral challenges and the efforts to live by one's principles amidst societal judgments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: A. L. O. E., 1821-1893
EBook No.: 71906
Published: Oct 18, 2023
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Adopted children -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Lord's prayer -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.