| Author |
Leslie, Emma, 1838-1909 |
| Title |
Eric, a waif : A story of last century
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| Original Publication |
London: The Religious Tract Society, 1892.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Summary |
"Eric, a Waif: A Story of Last Century" by Emma Leslie is a historical fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the journey of Eric Hunter, a boy left orphaned after his mother dies, as he navigates the prejudices of a small village and later faces dire circumstances that lead to his transportation as a prisoner to America. Through Eric's experiences, the novel explores themes of resilience, faith, and the search for belonging in a harsh world. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to Eric and his mother, who lead a secluded life in the village of Summerleigh, where they face suspicion and whispers of witchcraft due to their outsider status and Eric’s mother's herbal remedies. After his mother passes away, Eric finds himself alone and without support, except for the landlord of The Magpie, who gives him a chance to work despite the village's scorn. Although he yearns for a deeper connection and struggles with the weight of accusations against his family, Eric remains persistent in his belief in a higher purpose and God’s care. The opening sets the stage for Eric’s subsequent trials and encounters, catalyzing what seems to be a life filled with challenges but also opportunities for growth and transformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Boys -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
England -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Massachusetts -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Methodists -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73792 |
| Release Date |
Jun 8, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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