Looking Heavenward: A Series Of Tales And Sketches (1879)

By Jane Cross Simpson

Book Overview

Looking Heavenward: A Series Of Tales And Sketches is a collection of short stories and sketches written by Jane C. Simpson and published in 1879. The book is a reflection of the Victorian era and explores the themes of morality, religion, and social norms.The stories are set in different locations and time periods, but they all share a common thread of characters striving to live a virtuous life and overcome obstacles. The tales depict the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people, often showcasing the ideal of a pure and noble character.The book is divided into two parts: the first part contains the tales, while the second part is a collection of sketches. The sketches are brief descriptions of characters and events, often with a moral lesson attached.Looking Heavenward: A Series Of Tales And Sketches is a thought-provoking and inspiring read, offering insight into the values and beliefs of the Victorian era. It is a timeless classic 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: 1120320305
• ISBN13: 9781120320308
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"