Plucky Boys (1884) - Craik, Dinah Maria Mulock
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Plucky Boys is a novel written by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik and published in 1884. The story follows the lives of two young boys, Tom and Jack, who are orphaned and forced to leave their home in the countryside to live with their uncle in the city. Despite the challenges they face, including poverty, illness, and bullying, the boys remain determined to make the best of their situation and succeed in their new environment. With the help of their kind-hearted aunt, the boys learn valuable lessons about courage, perseverance, and the importance of family. Along the way, they encounter a cast of…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
Plucky Boys is a novel written by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik and published in 1884. The story follows the lives of two young boys, Tom and Jack, who are orphaned and forced to leave their home in the countryside to live with their uncle in the city. Despite the challenges they face, including poverty, illness, and bullying, the boys remain determined to make the best of their situation and succeed in their new environment. With the help of their kind-hearted aunt, the boys learn valuable lessons about courage, perseverance, and the importance of family. Along the way, they encounter a cast of memorable characters, including a street musician, a wealthy businessman, and a group of schoolmates who test their mettle. Through it all, Tom and Jack prove themselves to be plucky and resourceful, earning the admiration and respect of those around them. This heartwarming tale of resilience and triumph is a classic of children's literature that continues to inspire readers of all ages.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.
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Autorenporträt
Dinah Maria Mulock was born in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England. She was the daughter of Thomas Mulock, a Nonconformist minister and writer, and Dinah Mulock. Her father left the family when Dinah was young, leaving her mother to raise her and her siblings. This early experience of hardship and resilience significantly influenced Dinah's writing. "John Halifax, Gentleman" (1856): This is her most famous and enduring work, telling the story of John Halifax, a self-made man who rises from humble beginnings to become a successful and respected gentleman. The novel explores themes of social mobility, integrity, and the value of hard work and character. his novel focuses on the challenges and triumphs of marriage, portraying a woman's struggle to find happiness and fulfillment within the confines of Victorian society. Dinah Maria Mulock Craik's works have had a lasting impact on English literature, particularly in the genre of domestic fiction. "John Halifax, Gentleman" remains a classic, celebrated for its portrayal of Victorian values and its inspirational story of personal and social improvement. Her contributions to children's literature, with enduring stories like "The Little Lame Prince," also highlight her versatility and broad appeal as an author. Dinah Maria Mulock Craik's dedication to exploring complex social and moral issues through compelling narratives has secured her place as a significant figure in 19th-century literature.