02629cam a22003973u 4500 12172 UtSlPG 20260610133306.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Stretton, Hesba, 1832-1911 Alone in London Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-04-01 Produced by Joel Erickson, Tom Harris, Dave Morgan, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Alone in London" by Hesba Stretton is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the heart of London, focusing on the life of an old man named James Oliver, who runs a small newsagent shop, and his unexpected connection with a little girl named Dolly, who wanders into his life after being left behind by her mother. The book explores themes of loneliness, kindness, and the struggle for survival in a sprawling urban landscape. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to James Oliver and his modest shop situated in a narrow alley. Despite his old age and frailty, Oliver has a warm demeanor and a deep sense of nostalgia. The day is stiflingly hot, setting a vivid stage for the encounter that follows. As he prepares for the evening, a small voice interrupts him—it's Dolly, a forlorn child who has been left waiting for her mother, who has not returned. Oliver comforts her, offering food and solace as they await the child's parent. This chance meeting marks the beginning of a deep bond between Oliver and Dolly, setting the tone for the unfolding narrative. The opening portion establishes an atmosphere of compassion in the face of hardship, suggesting a poignant journey ahead for both characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Orphans -- Juvenile fiction Poor -- Juvenile fiction Children -- Death -- Juvenile fiction Poverty -- Juvenile fiction Grandfathers -- Juvenile fiction Homeless children -- Juvenile fiction Reconciliation -- Juvenile fiction Children -- Hospitals -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12172 53591 53591