Ann S. Stephens

Broschiertes Buch

The Soldier s Orphans

Beschreibung

"The Soldier s Orphans" is a poignant story about poverty, sacrifice, and love. The narrative centers on a poor family that has been displaced from a comfortable home to a dilapidated attic in one of Philadelphia's most neglected streets. The scene describes their surroundings, filled with refuse and the remnants of a once-thriving community, painting a vivid picture of their dire situation. At the heart of this tale is an elderly woman who finds solace in the simple beauty of the sunset despite the grim reality around her. She is depicted as a kind, gentle figure, her weathered hands sewing a child s shoe while reflecting on the blessings she still has, including the shared glory of the sunset that touches both the poor and the rich alike. Two young boys, embodying selflessness and generosity despite their own hunger, play a key role in the story. As they sort through oyster shells for food, the elder boy, after tasting the morsel, gives it to his younger brother, showing a profound spirit of sacrifice and love. The story highlights the importance of family bonds and the small acts of kindness that can provide hope, even in the most challenging circumstances.

Autor

Ann Sophia Stephens (March 30, 1810 August 20, 1886) was an influential American novelist and magazine editor, credited as the progenitor of the dime novel genre. Born in Derby, Connecticut, she was raised by her mother's sister after the early death of her mother. Stephens began writing at an early age, and in 1831, she married Edward Stephens, a printer from Plymouth, Massachusetts. They relocated to Portland, Maine, where they co-founded Portland Magazine in 1836, with Stephens as editor. She later moved to New York City, where she continued her literary career, working with several periodicals including The Ladies Companion. Under the pen name Jonathan Slick, she became known for her serialized novels and short stories. In 1854, she published her first novel Fashion and Famine. Her best-known work, Malaeska, the Indian Wife of the White Hunter (1860), was a significant milestone in American literature and is regarded as the first dime novel. This work led to the establishment of the dime novel genre, which became a defining feature of American popular literature in the mid-19th century.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 218
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 314g
• ISBN-13: 9789370815995
• ISBN-10: 9370815996
• Artikelnr.: 74787721