Real Folks

By A.D.T. Whitney

Book Overview

Real Folks is a novel written by Adeline D.T. Whitney that was first published in 1869. The story is set in a small New England town and follows the lives of the Barclay family. The main character, Ruth Barclay, is a young girl who is determined to make a difference in the world. She is intelligent, kind-hearted, and ambitious, and she dreams of becoming a teacher. However, her dreams are put on hold when her father falls ill and she must take on the responsibility of caring for her family. As Ruth struggles to keep her family together, she becomes involved in the lives of the other residents of the town. She befriends a young boy named David, who is struggling with his own family problems. She also becomes involved with a local charity organization and works to help those in need. Along the way, Ruth learns important lessons about love, friendship, and the importance of community. Real Folks is a heartwarming story that explores the themes of family, friendship, and community. It is a timeless tale that will resonate with readers of all ages. Whitney's writing is vivid and descriptive, and she brings the small New England town to life with her words. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves classic literature and stories that inspire.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: 1163786586
• ISBN13: 9781163786581
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"