The Wide, Wide World - Warner, Susan
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When her father leaves and mother becomes ill, a girl is sent to live with a distant relative where she learns some hard life lessons. The girl encounters both good and bad people, but maintains her Christian values. Ellen Montgomery's life drastically changes when she's forced to move in with her estranged Aunt Fortune. The environment is cold and oppressive, a stark comparison to her mother's comforting home. Despite the changes, Ellen explores her new community making several friends along the way. As the years pass, she experiences sickness, death and eventually love. She uses her faith to…mehr

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When her father leaves and mother becomes ill, a girl is sent to live with a distant relative where she learns some hard life lessons. The girl encounters both good and bad people, but maintains her Christian values. Ellen Montgomery's life drastically changes when she's forced to move in with her estranged Aunt Fortune. The environment is cold and oppressive, a stark comparison to her mother's comforting home. Despite the changes, Ellen explores her new community making several friends along the way. As the years pass, she experiences sickness, death and eventually love. She uses her faith to guide her through many unexpected trials and tribulations. Ellen's story is a testament to a person's ability to stay kind and optimistic no matter the circumstance. The Wide, Wide World was Susan Warner's first and biggest commercial success. It is considered a fixture in the domestic genre showcasing the growing pains of womanhood. Aside from Uncle Tom's Cabin, Warner's was one of the most circulated novels of its time. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Wide, Wide World is both modern and readable.
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Susan Warner was a prominent American author in the 19th century, known for her contributions to literature and her influential works on moral and social themes. Born on July 11 1819, in New York, she gained recognition for her novels and religious writings. Warner began her writing career in the 1850s and became well-known for her novels, which often explored themes of morality, religion and social issues. Her work was characterized by a strong moral tone and a focus on the impact of personal choices on one's life and the lives of others. The Wide, Wide World (1850): Warner's most famous novel, which gained significant popularity in the United States and England. The novel is a moral tale about a young girl named Ellen who faces numerous trials and tribulations, ultimately finding strength and virtue through her faith. The Old Helmet (1868): A novel that deals with themes of duty and sacrifice, reflecting Warner's interest in exploring the moral implications of personal choices. Her novels were widely read and respected for their moral teachings and engaging storytelling. Warner's contributions are remembered for their exploration of personal virtue and social responsibility, making her a notable figure in the literary landscape of her era. Susan Warner's legacy lies in her ability to intertwine moral lessons with compelling narratives, creating works that continue to be appreciated for their ethical insights and literary quality.