02622cam a22003613u 4500 4296 UtSlPG 20260610133124.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 Friarswood Post Office Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2003-07-01 Transcribed from the 1909 Wells Gardner, Darton, & Co. edition by David Price "Friarswood Post Office" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. The story centers around the King family, particularly focusing on young Alfred King, who is bedridden due to illness, and his sister Ellen, who takes care of him. The narrative explores their struggles with family, health, and the complexities of life in a rural community, compounded by the arrival of a mysterious boy named Paul Blackthorn, who complicates their lives further. The opening portion of the novel sets the stage by introducing Alfred, a once-active boy now confined to bed, grappling with pain and longing for the simple joys of life he can no longer partake in. Ellen, caring and devoted, tries to distract him with stories and news from the outside world, even as they encounter a ragged tramper whose presence stirs unease among them. Their mother runs a small post office and is shown to be a pillar of support, providing a glimpse into the family's history and connections with the Selby family. The arrival of the new clergyman, Mr. Cope, adds another layer to their lives as he begins to interact with the family, particularly Alfred, who is desperate for companionship and understanding amidst his sufferings. The narrative deftly intertwines the lives of these characters, hinting at themes of compassion, societal judgment, and the innocence of youth against the backdrop of illness and recovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Christian life -- Fiction Child labor -- Fiction Siblings -- Fiction Children -- Death -- Fiction Children with disabilities -- Fiction Postal service -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4296 46342 46342