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_aByrum, Isabel C. _q(Isabel Coston), _d1870-1938 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Poorhouse Waif and His Divine Teacher: A True Story |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-12-01 | ||
| 508 | _aThis eBook was produced by Joel Erickson, Charles Franks, Juliet Sutherland | ||
| 520 | _a"The Poorhouse Waif and His Divine Teacher: A True Story" by Isabel C. Byrum is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around a young boy, Edwin, who is abandoned by his neglectful mother into the harsh environment of a poorhouse, where he faces dire circumstances and emotional turmoil. The story unfolds as Edwin learns life lessons through suffering and the influence of divine oversight, presenting themes of compassion, resilience, and the search for a loving connection in a harsh world. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Edwin's precarious situation as he is left by his mother, Mrs. Fischer, at a county poorhouse. The scene reveals his initial abandonment and the care he quickly receives from Mr. and Mrs. Engler, the poorhouse stewards, who are overwhelmed with their responsibilities. Edwin's mother, deeply troubled by her own circumstances, defies societal norms by deserting her infant son, which sets the stage for Edwin's unending struggle for acceptance and love. This opening portion establishes a backdrop of neglect and hardship while hinting at Edwin's intrinsic goodness, setting the tone for his journey of spiritual growth and self-discovery amidst the trials he faces. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aChristian life -- Fiction | ||
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