The novel incorporates some spiritual elements, such as deep discussions of God, religious revelations, and visions of ghosts. The story's themes include adoption, schooling, love, death, marriage, and familial secrets.

Harriet Beecher Stowe, preeminent author of Uncle Tom's Cabin, based this book on her own experience growing up in Litchfield Connecticut.

Charles Dudley Warner (September 12, 1829 - October 20, 1900) was an American essayist, novelist, and friend of Mark Twain, with whom he co-authored the novel The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today.

Beginning in 1924, Proceedings are incorporated into the Apr. number.

Beginning in 1924, Proceedings are incorporated into the Apr. number.

Beginning in 1924, Proceedings are incorporated into the Apr. number.

This is a reissue of one of Edward Rowe Snow's most enduring classics.

"Then are we really going?" asked Mary Jane eagerly.

This work examines the history of the Americas and the expansion of Europe and the growth of their colonial empires in the New World.

Mrs. Katy Scudder had invited Mrs.