Excerpt from Dora Deane
Winding her arms fondly about the neck of her daughter, and pushing the soft auburn hair from 03 her fair, open brow, Mrs. Deane gazed long and earnestly upon her face.
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Since that time, life had been long and dreary to the poor widow, whose hours were wellnigh ended, for ere to-morrow ssun was risen, she would have a better home than that dreary, cheerless room, while Dora, at the early age of twelve, would be an orphan. It was a cold December night, the last one of the year, and the wintry wind, which swept howling past the curtainless window, seemed to take a sadder tone, as if in pity for the little girl who knelt upon the hearthstone, and with the dim firelight flickering over her tear-stained face, prayed that she, too, might die, and not be left alone. It will be so lonely so cold without my mother I he murmured. Oh, let me go with her ;I cannot live alone. Dora, my darling, came faintly from the rude conch, and in an instant the child was at her mothers fide. Winding her arms fondly about the neck of her daughter, and pushing the soft auburn hair from off her fair, open brow, Mrs. Deane gazed long and earnestly upon her face. Yes, you are like me, she said at last, and I am glad that it is so, for it may be Sarah will lov you better when she sees in yon a look like one who once called her sister.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of a young orphan girl, Dora Deane, as she navigates the complexities of family, class, and social expectations in 19th-century America. Following the death of her mother, Dora is sent to live with her wealthy aunt and cousins, who view her as more of a servant than a relative. The author vividly portrays the stark contrast between Dora's humble upbringing and the opulent lifestyle of her cousins, highlighting the social inequalities and economic disparities of the time. As Dora adapts to her new life, she encounters both kindness and cruelty, learning valuable lessons about resilience, self-reliance, and the true meaning of family. The narrative explores themes of social mobility, the complexities of family relationships, and the often harsh realities of life for the less fortunate. Through Dora's journey, readers gain insight into the challenges faced by orphaned children during this era, as well as the enduring power of hope and determination. Ultimately, this book offers a poignant reflection on the human spirit's ability to triumph over adversity, leaving a lasting impression on readers long after they turn the final page. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332728398_0
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