TY  - BOOK
AU  - Eschenbach,Olga
AU  - Burg,Maria
AU  - Trauermantel
TI  - Molly and Kitty, or Peasant Life in Ireland; with Other Tales
AV  - PZ 
PY  - 2015///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Gratitude -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Sisters -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Poverty -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Musicians -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Abandoned children -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Blind children -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Ireland -- Description and travel -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Benevolence -- Juvenile fiction
N1  - Release date is 2015-02-28; Molly and Kitty / Olga Eschenbach -- The young artist / Maria Burg -- Benevolence and gratitude / Olga Eschenbach; Produced by Cindy Horton and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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N2  - "Molly and Kitty, or Peasant Life in Ireland; with Other Tales" by Olga Eschenbach et al. is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century. The opening tale, "Molly and Kitty," introduces readers to the harsh realities of peasant life in Ireland through the plight of two sisters, Molly and Kitty, who endure severe poverty and familial struggles. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of social injustice and personal sacrifice, exploring themes of love, perseverance, and the indomitable spirit of humanity amid despair.  At the start of the tale, the setting is described as desolate, highlighting the miserable conditions of the hovels where the impoverished Irish live. The primary focus is on Molly, a young maiden who takes care of her blind sister, Kitty, as they face the trauma of hunger and the absence of their father. Their father's return becomes a source of anxiety for Molly, suggesting that his presence might herald change or impending misfortune. Ultimately, Molly embodies strength and hope, steadfast in her love for her sister even as they both are confronted with the relentless hardships of their lives. As the story develops, it becomes clear that their survival is intricately tied to themes of family bonds, sacrifice, and the enduring human spirit against overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48379
ER  -