Aldyth's inheritance by Eglanton Thorne
"Aldyth's Inheritance" by Eglanton Thorne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Aldyth Lorraine, a young girl raised by her aunt after her mother leaves to start a new life in Australia. The narrative explores themes of family, longing, and the influence of education, as Aldyth navigates her relationships with her cousins and her position in her uncle's estate. At the start of the book, weare introduced to the Bland family and their lively household, where we find Aldyth's closest friends, Hilda and Kitty. As they play in their garden, we learn about Aldyth’s past and her longing for her mother, who left her in the care of her aunt when she moved to Australia. The interactions among the siblings and their charming visitor, a new schoolmaster named John Glynne, establish a foundation of friendships and budding feelings that are likely to grow. The opening sets the stage for Aldyth's emotional journey as she balances her yearning for her mother, her friendships, and the newfound excitement of literature lectures organized by her caring aunt. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Thorne, Eglanton, 1852-1907 |
|---|---|
| Title | Aldyth's inheritance |
| Original Publication | London: The Religious Tract Society, 1891. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Mate selection -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 74544 |
| Release Date | Oct 8, 2024 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 11, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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