The motherless bairns, and who sheltered them by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title The motherless bairns, and who sheltered them
Original Publication London: The Religious Tract Society, 1883.
Credits David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "The motherless bairns, and who sheltered them" by Anonymous is a sentimental narrative likely produced during the Victorian era. This book takes the form of a fictional tale that highlights themes of charity, compassion, and the struggles faced by orphaned children in a world that often neglects their plight. It captures the compassion of individuals who extend kindness to the less fortunate, particularly focusing on the experiences of motherless children seeking shelter and love. The story unfolds the journey of two orphaned sisters, Polly and Lizzie, who find themselves homeless and destitute in a harsh city. After enduring a cold night on the streets, they stumble upon the shop of kind-hearted Mr. and Mrs. Morley, who take them in and provide warmth and safety. As the narrative progresses, readers witness the themes of hope and redemption—children are embraced by a loving community, and their lives are touched by the generosity of others. The Morley family, particularly Susan Morley, plays a pivotal role in nurturing and educating the girls, demonstrating the profound impact that love and faith can have in transforming lives. Ultimately, the book suggests that compassion towards the vulnerable can lead to significant healing and hope for a better future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Motherless families -- Juvenile fiction
Subject England -- Social conditions -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Homeless children -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Benevolence -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 73866
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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