A Child of the Glens; or, Elsie's Fortunes by Edward N. Hoare
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"A Child of the Glens; or, Elsie's Fortunes" by Edward N. Hoare is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story takes place in the beautiful but remote coastline of Ireland known as "The Glens," and revolves around the lives of its residents, particularly focusing on two children, Elsie and Jim, who are raised by the stern couple Michael and Elizabeth McAravey. The narrative explores themes of identity, family, and
social divides, set against the backdrop of Northern Ireland's rich cultural history. The opening portion of the novel introduces readers to the picturesque landscape of the Antrim coast, while setting the stage for the main characters—Elsie and Jim, who are orphans taken in by Michael McAravey. As the children engage in laborious tasks on the farm, the narrative presents the harsh realities of their upbringing and the complexities of their relationships with their foster parents. The turning point emerges when they discover a drowned woman on the beach, which hints at connections to their hidden parentage. The characters' struggles for knowledge and compassion amidst their challenging circumstances lay the groundwork for a tale rich in emotional depth and poignant revelations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hoare, Edward N., 1842- |
|---|---|
| Title | A Child of the Glens; or, Elsie's Fortunes |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Christian life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Ireland -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21612 |
| Release Date | May 25, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 323 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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