| Author |
Robertson, Margaret M. (Margaret Murray), 1821-1897 |
| Title |
Stephen Grattan's Faith: A Canadian Story
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"Stephen Grattan's Faith: A Canadian Story" by Margaret M. Robertson is a poignant tale depicting the struggles against alcoholism set in late 19th-century Canada. This work can be classified as a fictional narrative with strong moral and social undertones, capturing the lives of two families deeply impacted by a cycle of addiction and redemption. The narrative revolves around themes of hope, faith, and the transformative power of love and community in the face of dire circumstances. The story centers on the Morely and Grattan families, intertwined by the challenges posed by alcohol addiction. John Morely, a husband and father, grapples with his alcohol dependence, which jeopardizes his family's well-being. His wife, Alice, endures significant trials—managing their children and maintaining hope despite her husband's failures. As the story unfolds, Stephen Grattan, a reformed drunkard himself, becomes a beacon of support for both John Morely and his wife. Through Grattan's encouragement and faith in divine intervention, change begins to blossom in Morely’s life. The book culminates in themes of restoration and renewal as it illustrates the importance of perseverance, community support, and faith in overcoming life’s trials. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23323 |
| Release Date |
Nov 4, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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