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I hasten homewards, still sobbing, for this is my first glimpse of a real sorrow, and I take it to heart as if it were my own. One or two persons look com passionately at my tearful face, but I hurry on unheed ing, and turn down into our narrow street. Here there is a perpetual dusk, for the tall gloomy houses shut out the sunlight, and the mouldering Old walls wear the saddest gray tints. I enter our shop-door, flanked with piles of dingy drab and brown books, and overturning a basketful of dusty pamphlets, rush on into the little sitting-room. But then I stop short, for a great surprise awaits me.
My father is in his accustomed chair by the fire, and a man in a red coat sits by his Side. I cannot see the stranger's face distinctly, for his back is turned towards the light, but his hand rests upon my father's shoulder, and he speaks in a low voice. At the Sight of me, Aunt Esther calls out tremulously, Here's little Bessie! Come and Speak to your brother Jack, my dear.
I didn't know I had a brother, I respond, in utter bewilderment.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This captivating tale, set against the backdrop of Priorsbury and its imposing cathedral, follows the life of Bessie Mere, a humble resident of the city. Through her eyes, readers are transported back to a bygone era, immersing themselves in the rich history of the Victorian period. The story explores themes of poverty, prejudice, family, and the profound impact of the Crimean War. The author deftly weaves a narrative that delves into the complexities of human nature. As Bessie navigates the challenges of her life, she encounters both kindness and adversity, highlighting the resilience and fortitude that can reside within individuals. Ultimately, this book is a compelling journey into the past, offering insights into the social and emotional landscape of Victorian England. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331499602_0
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