This novel explores the lives of a family living on a rural farm in New England during the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the relationships between the family members and their struggles with poverty, illness, and personal conflicts. Through the narrative, the author examines themes of love, loyalty, and social class, highlighting the challenges faced by women and children within the patriarchal society of the time.
By Helen Hunt Jackson · First published 1879 · Genre: Domestic Fiction, Social Commentary, Philosophical Fiction