Margaret Murray Robertson

Broschiertes Buch

Shenac's Work at Home

Beschreibung

Shenac's Work at Home by Margaret M. Robertson explores the struggles of a family facing profound loss and the relentless pursuit of survival in a harsh environment. Following the death of a father and the absence of a brother, a young woman is compelled to shoulder the responsibility of leading her family. She is determined to preserve the family legacy while confronting financial difficulties and the risk of losing their home. As the story unfolds, her resilience is tested by external threats and internal family tensions. Amid these challenges, the protagonist strives to keep the family united and safeguard their future. The narrative highlights the themes of personal sacrifice, familial duty, and the harsh realities of life during difficult times. It also explores the emotional and psychological toll of grief, the drive to overcome adversity, and the bond that holds a family together. The character s determination and strength are central as she navigates a turbulent period, balancing duty and emotional conflict. Through hardship and struggle, the story illustrates the power of responsibility and the depth of a family s unity in the face of life s challenges.

Autor

Margaret Murray Robertson was a Scottish-Canadian teacher and writer. Margaret was born in Stuartfield, Scotland, on April 22, 1823, as the daughter of Reverend James Robertson, a Congregational preacher, and Elizabeth Murray. She had a sister, Mary, and three brothers: John, Joseph, and Andrew. Her mother died in 1832, and the religious family moved to Derby, Vermont. Four years later, they moved to Sherbrooke, Quebec. Mary and Margaret attended the Mount Holyoke Female Seminary in Massachusetts. After that, they became educators at the Sherbrooke Ladies' Academy, where Margaret worked until 1865. In 1864, she won the Galt Prize essay competition with her piece "An Essay on Common School Education." Margaret retired from teaching at the age of 42 to pursue a full-time writing career. Her debut novel, Christie Redfern's Troubles, was published in 1866. Throughout her writing career, she authored 14 or more novels till 1890. The majority of the protagonists in her stories were female, with themes of home and family. She died in Montreal in 1897.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 160
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 211g
• ISBN-13: 9789369427260
• ISBN-10: 9369427260
• Artikelnr.: 73479947