William Henry Giles Kingston

Broschiertes Buch

Janet M'Laren

Or The Faithful Nurse (1872)

Beschreibung

Janet M'Laren: Or The Faithful Nurse is a novel written by William Henry Giles Kingston in 1872. The story follows the life of Janet M'Laren, a young Scottish woman who becomes a nurse and dedicates her life to caring for others. Janet faces many challenges and obstacles as she strives to become a nurse, including opposition from her family and societal expectations of women at the time. Despite these challenges, Janet perseveres and becomes a skilled and respected nurse, caring for patients in both Scotland and England. Along the way, she also finds love and romance with a fellow nurse. The novel is a testament to the importance of nursing and the dedication of those who choose to pursue this noble profession. It also explores themes of gender roles, family expectations, and the challenges faced by women in the 19th century. Overall, Janet M'Laren: Or The Faithful Nurse is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of a woman who follows her passion and makes a difference in the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

William Henry Giles Kingston, commonly known as W.H.G. Kingston, was an English author celebrated for his adventure novels, particularly those targeted at young readers. Born on February 28, 1814, in Westminster, London, he was educated at Trinity College. Kingston gained fame for his engaging stories of exploration, heroism, and adventure, which appealed to the youthful imagination. His works often revolved around characters who embarked on thrilling journeys or faced great challenges, promoting virtues such as bravery, loyalty, and perseverance. These themes made Kingston one of the most notable figures in 19th-century children's literature. Over his career, he wrote numerous books, many of which were set in maritime or exotic locations, offering young readers both excitement and moral lessons. He spent most of his life in London, where he passed away on August 5, 1880, at the age of 66. His legacy lives on through his adventure stories, which continue to inspire and entertain readers interested in tales of courage and adventure.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 134
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. Oktober 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 206g
• ISBN-13: 9781120303349
• ISBN-10: 1120303346
• Artikelnr.: 27855230