Join us on a literary world trip!
Add this book to bookshelf
Grey
Write a new comment Default profile 50px
Grey
Subscribe to read the full book or read the first pages for free!
I want to read the book!
All characters reduced
'Tilda Jane - An Orphan in Search of a Home A Story for Boys and Girls - cover

'Tilda Jane - An Orphan in Search of a Home A Story for Boys and Girls

Marshall Saunders

Publisher: Good Press

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Summary

In 'Tilda Jane' by Marshall Saunders, readers are immersed in a heartwarming tale set in rural New England during the late 19th century. The novel showcases Saunders' exceptional ability to capture the spirit of the time through vivid descriptions and authentic dialogue. The story follows the adventures of Tilda Jane, a young girl from a poor farming family, as she navigates the challenges and joys of growing up in a close-knit community. The book is filled with poignant moments that tug at the heartstrings, making it a compelling read for those interested in historical fiction with a focus on the human experience. Saunders' writing style is marked by its simplicity and sincerity, making 'Tilda Jane' a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today. Marshall Saunders, a pseudonym for Margaret Marshall Saunders, drew inspiration from her own upbringing in rural Nova Scotia to craft this heartfelt novel. Her deep connection to the land and its people shines through in 'Tilda Jane,' adding an authenticity that brings the story to life. Readers who appreciate well-crafted historical fiction that explores the complexities of human relationships and resilience will find 'Tilda Jane' to be a poignant and rewarding read.
Available since: 10/28/2023.
Print length: 123 pages.

Other books that might interest you

  • The Kip - cover

    The Kip

    Melisa Torres

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Meet Marissa and her teammates; strong diverse girls reaching their goals! 
 
 
 
Marissa is a gymnast, violinist, and chess player. This summer she is busy in an orchestra, chess tournament, and learning her Level Four gymnastics skills. In the past, doing all three activities has been a snap for Marissa. She is hardworking and smart. But this summer she can't seem to get her kip, a difficult skill on bars. If she doesn't learn a kip she won't be competing Level Four in the fall with her friends at Perfect Balance Gymnastics Academy. As the summer progresses, it's not looking good. Everyone else is getting their kip except for Marissa. What will she do if her friends move on without her? 
 
 
 
Perfect Balance Gymnastics Books teach girls to be kind to each other, flexible in life, courageous, strong, and most of all, confident. The books set the listener in the world of gymnastics. The characters are relatable and have age-appropriate challenges. Each book explores a major life lesson that empowers girls to understand their own inner strengths.
    Show book
  • Roll Slope and Slide - A Book About Ramps - cover

    Roll Slope and Slide - A Book...

    Michael Dahl

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Describes the different kinds, uses, and benefits of inclined planes and ramps. Includes an activity.
    Show book
  • Soaring in Style - How Amelia Earhart Became a Fashion Icon - cover

    Soaring in Style - How Amelia...

    Jennifer Lane Wilson

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Long before Amelia Earhart became a superstar, she was a girl who longed to touch the stars. But the dresses women had to wear at the time made those dreams seem almost impossible. Amelia didn't let that stop her. As a young aviator breaking records and expectations, she learned to fly her plane with flair. Later, she dared to create a trendsetting fashion line for active women like herself. Soaring in Style tells the groundbreaking story of how Amelia Earhart defied expectations in the air and on the ground to become America's first celebrity fashion designer.
    Show book
  • Soccer Surprise - cover

    Soccer Surprise

    Jake Maddox

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Alex and her family just moved, which means she has to start a new school and adjust to a new soccer team. She soon learns that she must play a new position on the team, which makes her frustrated. Alex must learn how to adjust to her new life and have fun again.
    Show book
  • Some Kind of Courage - cover

    Some Kind of Courage

    Dan Gemeinhart

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Saddle up for a life-defining, death-defying adventure.Joseph Johnson has lost just about everyone he's ever loved. He lost his pa in an accident. He lost his ma and his little sister to sickness. And now, he's lost his pony-fast, fierce, beautiful Sarah, taken away by a man who had no right to take her.Joseph can sure enough get her back, though. The odds are stacked against him, but he isn't about to give up. He will face down deadly animals, dangerous men, and the fury of nature itself on his quest to be reunited with the only family he has left.Because Joseph Johnson may have lost just about everything. But he hasn't lost hope. And he hasn't lost the fire in his belly that says he's getting his Sarah back-no matter what.The critically acclaimed author of The Honest Truth returns with a poignant, hopeful, and action-packed story about hearts that won't be tamed... and spirits that refuse to be broken.
    Show book
  • Sink or Swim - cover

    Sink or Swim

    Bob Balaban

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    There's a thief in town, and all signs point to twelve-year-old Charlie Drinkwater. Once you spontaneously morph into a giant mutant dinosaur in the middle of the school day, people will suspect you of just about anything. Charlie's teachers decide that all he needs is a little discipline, so they make him join the swim team. The only problem is, Charlie is terrified of the water. (He's terrified of a lot of things.) Charlie and his friends vow to apprehend the real criminal and clear Charlie's name. But when they discover who the actual thief is, Charlie's problems get a whole lot bigger...not to mention slimier, scalier, and smellier!
    Show book