Aunt Harding's Keepsakes by Anonymous
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Author | Anonymous |
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Title |
Aunt Harding's Keepsakes Or, The Two Bibles |
Credits |
Produced by Internet Archive; University of Florida, Children; Michelle Croyle and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
Summary | "Aunt Harding's Keepsakes: Or, The Two Bibles" by Anonymous is a moral tale written in the early 1850s. This book can be classified as a children's story that emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth, proper conduct, and the value of the Scriptures in one's life. Through the experiences of two sisters, Louisa and Emma, it investigates their differing attitudes towards faith, virtue, and personal responsibility, framed within the context of their Aunt Harding's teachings. The narrative unfolds as Aunt Harding prepares to leave for India, gifting each niece a Bible as a keepsake. The story contrasts the sisters' responses to this gift; Emma uses her Bible faithfully, seeking guidance and building a relationship with God, while Louisa neglects hers, valuing its appearance over its content. As the story progresses, their paths reveal the impacts of their choices on their character development. Conflicts arise and lessons are learned about kindness, humility, and the significance of pursuing spiritual understanding. The book concludes with Aunt Harding's return and reveals the growth of the sisters, underscoring the central message that true worth lies not in material things but in the wisdom and love found in the Scriptures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
Subject | Christian literature for children |
Subject | Sunday school literature |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 11148 |
Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated | Feb 18, 2004 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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