Ellen Linn A Franconia Story

By Jacob Abbott

Book Overview

Ellen Linn A Franconia Story is a novel written by Jacob Abbott. The story is set in the Franconia region of New Hampshire and follows the life of a young girl named Ellen Linn. Ellen is a kind and gentle soul who is loved by all who know her. She lives with her parents in a small village and spends her days helping her mother with household chores and playing with her friends. As Ellen grows older, she begins to experience the challenges of life. Her father becomes ill and cannot work, leaving the family struggling to make ends meet. Ellen must take on more responsibility and work hard to support her family. Despite the difficulties, Ellen remains positive and determined to make the best of her situation. Ellen's life takes a turn when she meets a wealthy young man named Charles. They fall in love and Charles proposes marriage. Ellen is overjoyed, but her parents are hesitant. They fear that Charles may not be sincere in his intentions and worry about Ellen's future. The novel explores themes of love, family, and perseverance. It is a heartwarming story that shows the power of love and determination in the face of adversity. The characters are well-developed, and the setting is beautifully described, transporting the reader to the picturesque Franconia region. Overall, Ellen Linn A Franconia Story is a delightful read that will leave readers feeling uplifted and inspired. It is a timeless classic that is sure to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.1904. Illustrated. Abbott is considered to be the man responsible for writing the first fictional series for children, for introducing many of the key types and techniques of series books, and for popularizing the genre. He authored the Rollo series and the ten-volume Franconia series (which were praised for their depiction of children and approach to storytelling). He and his brother also wrote a series of Illustrated Histories, which were biographies of historical figures. Ellen Linn is one of the volumes from the Franconia Series. Contents: Disaster; The Four Rules; Beechnut; Discipline; Rodolphus; Rodolphus at the Mill; The Return; The Diving Pier; The Hay Camp; and Agnes. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417900563
• ISBN13: 9781417900565
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"