The Soldier's Orphans

By Ann Sophia Stephens

Book Overview

The Soldier's Orphans is a novel written by Ann S. Stephens, published in 1865. The story revolves around two siblings, Harry and Nettie, who become orphans after their father dies in the Civil War. The children are left in the care of their uncle, who is abusive and neglectful. Harry, being the older sibling, takes on the responsibility of caring for his younger sister and protecting her from their uncle's mistreatment.The story follows the siblings as they navigate their new life without their father, facing challenges such as poverty, illness, and discrimination. Along the way, they encounter kind-hearted individuals who offer them support and help them in their struggles.The novel provides a glimpse into the post-Civil War era and the difficulties faced by those who were left behind after the war. It also highlights the resilience and strength of children who are forced to grow up too quickly and take on adult responsibilities.Overall, The Soldier's Orphans is a heartwarming tale of family, love, and perseverance in the face of 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163717479
• ISBN13: 9781163717479
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"