A Soldier's Son by Maude Mary Butler
"A Soldier's Son" by Maude Mary Butler is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Carol, who is the son of a soldier killed in battle. The narrative explores themes of grief, healing, and the impact of Christian Science as Carol navigates his new life with his cousins after his father's death, all while facing his own health struggles and forming deep connectionswith those around him. The opening of the book introduces the aftermath of the war, depicting the emotional turmoil of a family awaiting the return of a beloved member while grappling with loss. Carol's transition from a life of illness and sorrow into one where he is cherished by his new family unfolds as he arrives at the Manor House. The early chapters highlight Carol's innocence, his desire to help others, and his pursuit of understanding his healing journey through Christian Science, setting the stage for further exploration of his interactions with both family and the wider community as he begins to forge his identity in this new environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Butler, Maude Mary |
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| Title | A Soldier's Son |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christian fiction |
| Subject | Christian Science -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39538 |
| Release Date | Apr 25, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 226 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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