Lucia's trust by Catharine Shaw
"Lucia's Trust" by Catharine Shaw is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of duty, sacrifice, and spiritual growth through the experiences of the protagonist, Lucia Carew, who must take charge of her younger siblings when her mother leaves to care for an ill husband. The book centers around Lucia's inner conflict and the lessons she learns about trust and selflessness during her time managing family responsibilities.
As the narrative unfolds, Lucia grapples with her feelings of disappointment and resentment when her summer of freedom with her cousins is cut short. Faced with the responsibility of caring for her five step-siblings, she initially struggles to find joy in her new role. However, through her interactions with the children and a series of enlightening experiences—such as caring for her ailing brother Evan and confronting her own selfishness—Lucia undergoes a transformation. By the end, she learns that serving others and embracing challenges can lead to profound personal growth and happiness, illustrating the power of faith and family bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Shaw, Catharine |
|---|---|
| Title | Lucia's trust |
| Original Publication | London: John F. Shaw and Co., Ltd., 1893. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Stepfamilies -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74901 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-74901-3 |
| Release Date | Dec 14, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 528 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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