Maggie and Emma: A True Story is a historical novel written by Maria Jane McIntosh and originally published in 1861. The book tells the story of two young girls, Maggie and Emma, who are orphaned and left to fend for themselves in the harsh world of mid-19th century America.As the girls struggle to survive, they encounter a series of challenges and obstacles, including poverty, illness, and the prejudices of society. Despite these difficulties, Maggie and Emma remain determined to make a better life for themselves, and they eventually find success through hard work and perseverance.Throughout the book, McIntosh explores themes of family, friendship, and the power of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The characters are richly drawn and the historical setting is vividly depicted, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into life in America during the mid-1800s.Overall, Maggie and Emma: A True Story is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of two young girls who overcome incredible odds to achieve their dreams. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or stories of resilience and triumph over adversity.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.
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