Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
15.03.2026
Verlag
Alpha EditionSeitenzahl
142
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/0,9 cm
Gewicht
217 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-7412-816-9
A rain-swept afternoon in Victorian England, and three orphaned siblings arrive at a stranger's door-unwanted, uncertain, and clutching only each other for solace. In the hush of a genteel parlour, destinies shift and loyalties are tested, as the fragile bonds of family are both threatened and remade. Set against the richly detailed backdrop of nineteenth-century Britain, this rare work of Victorian children's fiction explores the tangled web of kinship, duty, and the moral development that shaped a generation. Through the daily rhythms of domestic life, readers witness the siblings' struggle to find belonging in a world governed by strict codes and silent expectations, where a single act of kindness or cruelty can alter the course of a life. Long overlooked and out of print for decades, this poignant family drama book has been painstakingly restored for today's and future generations by Alpha Editions. Its return offers not only a window into the emotional landscape of Victorian domestic life, but also a vital addition to any classic literature for teens or homeschool reading list. Echoing the sensitivity and insight of Charlotte Mary Yonge and Edith Nesbit books, this narrative invites reflection on the enduring questions of justice, forgiveness, and the quiet heroism found in everyday choices. More than a mere reprint, this edition is a collector's item and a cultural treasure, preserving the voices and values of nineteenth-century novelists for modern readers. Whether you are captivated by the intricate social tapestry of Victorian England or seek stories that illuminate the resilience of orphaned siblings, this restored classic speaks across time, offering both solace and inspiration.
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