02159cam a22003013u 4500 53724 UtSlPG 20260610134234.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Farjeon, B. L. (Benjamin Leopold), 1833-1903 Jessie Trim Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-12-12 Produced by Charles Bowen from page images provided by Google Books (Mercantile Library, New York; New York Public Library) "Jessie Trim" by B. L. Farjeon is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy, Chris, who navigates a childhood marked by familial instability, loss, and an oppressive grandmother. The protagonist's life unfolds through memories and reflections that highlight the complexities of childhood, including fear, imagination, and the struggle for survival in the face of poverty. The opening of the novel introduces us to Chris's early memories, particularly centered around his grandmother and a mysterious stone figure that seems to haunt his thoughts. He describes the family dynamic, focusing on his grandmother’s quirks and a sense of foreboding connected to her past, especially concerning a man named Anthony Bullpit. As Chris grapples with loneliness and the specter of family secrets, he also reacts to the pressures of familial expectation and the unease generated by his surroundings. His vivid recollections of events and quirky characters weave a fascinating narrative that sets up the emotional landscape for his coming challenges, painting a poignant picture of a young boy's formative years. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English fiction -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53724 94558 94558