Friarswood Post Office by Charlotte M. Yonge
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| Author | Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 |
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| Title | Friarswood Post Office |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1909 Wells Gardner, Darton, & Co. edition by David Price |
| Summary | "Friarswood Post Office" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. The story centers around the King family, particularly focusing on young Alfred King, who is bedridden due to illness, and his sister Ellen, who takes care of him. The narrative explores their struggles with family, health, and the complexities of life in a rural community, compounded by the arrival of a mysterious boy named Paul Blackthorn, who complicates their lives further. The opening portion of the novel sets the stage by introducing Alfred, a once-active boy now confined to bed, grappling with pain and longing for the simple joys of life he can no longer partake in. Ellen, caring and devoted, tries to distract him with stories and news from the outside world, even as they encounter a ragged tramper whose presence stirs unease among them. Their mother runs a small post office and is shown to be a pillar of support, providing a glimpse into the family's history and connections with the Selby family. The arrival of the new clergyman, Mr. Cope, adds another layer to their lives as he begins to interact with the family, particularly Alfred, who is desperate for companionship and understanding amidst his sufferings. The narrative deftly intertwines the lives of these characters, hinting at themes of compassion, societal judgment, and the innocence of youth against the backdrop of illness and recovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Christian life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Child labor -- Fiction |
| Subject | Siblings -- Fiction |
| Subject | Children -- Death -- Fiction |
| Subject | Children with disabilities -- Fiction |
| Subject | Postal service -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4296 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 29, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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