The Widow's Dog by Mary Russell Mitford

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Author Mitford, Mary Russell, 1787-1855
Title The Widow's Dog
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Widow's Dog" by Mary Russell Mitford is a short story originally penned during the early to mid-19th century. This fictional narrative centers on the lives of a widow, Mrs. King, and her grandson, Tom, as they navigate the hardships of their life in a picturesque, rural English village. The overarching theme of the story explores loyalty and companionship, particularly through the bond shared between the widow, her grandson, and their beloved pet spaniel, Chloe. The narrative begins by setting up a rich description of the widow's picturesque cottage near the Great Pond, illustrating her once comfortable life now humbled by loss and poverty. The story unfolds as Mrs. King receives a troubling letter from a tax collector, threatening to take their beloved Chloe due to taxation issues. The love and loyalty between Tom and Chloe shine through, as they grapple with the prospect of losing her. After a series of events that briefly separate the dog from her owners, Chloe ultimately returns home to the comforting arms of Tom and Mrs. King, highlighting the themes of fidelity and the warmth of home. The story concludes on a joyful note, celebrating the reconnection of a family torn by circumstance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Dogs -- Fiction
Subject Poor families -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 22842
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 7, 2016
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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