A quiet valley by Agnes Giberne
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"A Quiet Valley" by Agnes Giberne is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Wales, the story follows George Rutherford and his wife, Dulcibel, as they embark on a journey that intertwines their lives with that of a young girl named Joan. The book explores themes of parental love, responsibility, and the unexpected intersections of lives in a tranquil yet impactful setting. At the
start of the novel, George and Dulcibel are enjoying a wedding trip at a Welsh hotel when they discover a small child named Joan wandering alone by a riverbank. The couple takes the child into their care, leading to a deeper connection with her. As George investigates Joan's background, it becomes apparent that her mother, a troubled woman named Marian, has left her behind due to dire circumstances. The opening chapters set the stage for a heartfelt exploration of familial bonds, sacrifice, and the quest for belonging, as well as the unfolding of Joan's mysterious origins and her relationship with the Rutherfords. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Giberne, Agnes, 1845-1939 |
|---|---|
| Title | A quiet valley |
| Original Publication | United States: The American Sunday-School Union, 1886. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adoptees -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Railroad accidents -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Accident victims -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71132 |
| Release Date | Jul 6, 2023 |
| Last Update | Aug 22, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 322 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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