Glenwood: Or The Parish Boy (1855)

By William G. Cambridge

Book Overview

Glenwood: Or The Parish Boy is a novel written by William G. Cambridge in 1855. The story revolves around the life of a young orphan boy named Tom, who is taken in by the kind-hearted Reverend Mr. Wilmot and his family. Tom is initially hesitant to trust the Wilmots, having been mistreated in his previous experiences with adults, but he eventually comes to see them as a surrogate family.As Tom settles into his new life, he becomes involved in the affairs of the local community of Glenwood. He helps the Reverend with his parish work, befriends the other children in the village, and even becomes involved in a local mystery surrounding a missing piece of jewelry.Throughout the novel, Cambridge explores themes of trust, forgiveness, and redemption. Tom's journey from a lonely and mistrustful orphan to a beloved member of the Glenwood community serves as a testament to the power of love and kindness.Glenwood: Or The Parish Boy is a heartwarming tale that will appeal to readers of all ages. Its vivid descriptions of rural life in 19th-century England, its relatable characters, and its timeless themes make it a classic work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1166483428
• ISBN13: 9781166483425
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"