The Fields Of The Fatherless (1918)

By Jean Roy

Book Overview

The Fields of the Fatherless is a historical novel written by Jean Roy and first published in 1918. It is set during the American Civil War and follows the story of a young girl named Lois Lenski, who lives in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Lois is forced to grow up quickly when her father is killed in battle and her mother dies of illness, leaving her and her siblings to fend for themselves.Lois takes on the responsibility of caring for her younger brothers and sisters, as well as managing the family farm. She is aided by a group of Union soldiers who have taken up residence in the area and who help her with the farm work. Lois also becomes involved in the underground railroad, helping escaped slaves make their way to freedom.The novel explores themes of loss, resilience, and the bonds of family and community. It also touches on the complex issues of slavery and the Civil War, as seen through the eyes of a young girl struggling to survive in a turbulent time.Overall, The Fields of the Fatherless is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history.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: 1164180746
• ISBN13: 9781164180746
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"