Saint Agatha's is a small, rural town in New England, where the people are struggling to make ends meet. The town is in desperate need of supplies, but the only way to get them is to send a group of young men to the city to purchase them. The story follows the journey of the young men as they travel to the city and back, and the struggles they face along the way. They must deal with the harsh realities of poverty, the dangers of the city, and the ever-present threat of disease. The story also follows the lives of the people of Saint Agatha's, as they struggle to survive and make the best of their situation. Through their struggles, they learn the importance of community and the power of hope. In the end, the young men are able to bring back the supplies the town needs, and the people of Saint Agatha's are able to rebuild their lives. The story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of hope in the face of adversity.
By Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward · First published 1896 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction, Romance