Lucy Ellen Guernsey

Broschiertes Buch

The Red Plant

Beschreibung

The Red Plant by Lucy Ellen Guernsey follows a young girl who faces moral struggles after stealing a beautiful red plant from her wealthy neighbor. The story explores themes of honesty, temptation, and friendship as the protagonist, driven by envy and the desire for beauty, takes the plant without permission. After realizing the wrongfulness of her actions, she decides to return the plant and confess, only to find that it has been stolen from her hiding place. The narrative deepens as the girl is falsely accused of another theft, leading to misunderstandings and a need for reconciliation. Through her journey, the story highlights the importance of accountability, the consequences of envy, and the significance of forgiveness. The book teaches valuable lessons about integrity, the impact of our choices on others, and the power of making amends when we ve wronged others. The story emphasizes how personal growth can emerge from facing mistakes and the importance of honesty in building trust and repairing relationships. It presents a moral framework that encourages understanding, reconciliation, and self-awareness.

Autor

American writer Lucy Ellen Guernsey was born in Rochester, New York, on August 12, 1826, and died on November 3, 1899. Despite never having children of her own, she was a fervent supporter of moral development and early education in children. She produced nearly 60 novels during her most prolific years (1855 85), the majority of which were picked up by the American Sunday School Union for publication. She was involved in the founding of the Home for Aged Women and organized the first sewing school for children from working-class families. She was a prominent part of the Rochester community. In addition to becoming the president of the Christ Church Missionary Society (1881 85), she taught an adult biblical class for Sunday School and wrote the prominent religious journal The Parish Visitor. James T. and Electra Guernsey were the parents of Lucy and her sister Clara. Her father, James, was a philanthropist and businessman from the Rochester area who contributed to the moral and cultural development of his western New York neighborhood.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 46
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 72g
• ISBN-13: 9789369429943
• ISBN-10: 9369429948
• Artikelnr.: 73479881