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Mildred's New Daughter
EAN : 9791041819812
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041819812
Paru le : 15 juil. 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041819812
- Réf. fournisseur : 292578
- Date Parution : 15 juil. 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 176
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:10 mm
- Poids : 236gr
- Résumé : "Mildred's New Daughter" by Martha Finley is a poignant narrative that follows the lives of four orphaned siblings—Ethel, Blanche, Harry, and Nannette Eldon—after the sudden deaths of their parents, Captain and Mrs. Eldon. The story begins with the children living in England, where their father, a British officer, succumbs to a long illness, and their mother, overwhelmed by grief and heart disease, passes away shortly after. The children are sent to America to live with their uncles, Albert and George Eldon, in Philadelphia. Initially, they are cared for by Mrs. McDougal, a kind-hearted woman who accompanies them on their voyage and provides comfort and stability. However, once in America, the siblings face the harsh realities of being separated and living with relatives who are not entirely welcoming. Ethel, the eldest, takes on a maternal role, striving to protect and comfort her younger siblings amidst the indifference and occasional hostility of their new guardians. The uncles, though well-meaning, are preoccupied with their own families and businesses, leaving the children to navigate their new environment largely on their own. Eventually, the uncles decide to place the children under the care of Mr. Coote, a clergyman, and his wife, who promise to provide a nurturing home. However, the Coote household proves to be a place of strict discipline and limited affection, challenging the siblings to rely on each other for emotional support. Throughout the narrative, themes of family, resilience, and the search for belonging are explored, highlighting the children's enduring hope for a reunion with their grandparents in Jamaica.
