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Susan Warner
Books by Susan Warner
Wide, Wide World
Ellen Montgomery, a young girl orphaned at a tender age, is sent to live with her wealthy aunt, a woman who is indifferent to Ellen's needs. As Ellen navigates this challenging environment, she finds solace in her strong faith and forms deep bonds wi...
Diana
Diana Starling, a young woman trapped under the shadow of her emotionally distant and controlling mother, finds herself torn between her own desires and societal expectations. Forced to choose between a life dictated by her mother's wishes and follo...
Queechy
Queechy is the story of Fleda Ringan, an eleven-year-old orphan who is sent to live with her wealthy aunt in Paris after a tragic incident. Fleda is a kind and intelligent girl, but she is also headstrong and independent. She struggles to adjust to h...
Nobody
This captivating romance explores the complexities of love and social class. Tom, a wealthy and handsome man, finds himself drawn to Lois, a woman from a lower social class. Their love faces opposition from Tom's family, who deem Lois 'a nobody.' As...
Say and Seal, Volume 1
The story is set in the small New England town of Pattaquasset. A new schoolteacher arrives in town and causes quite a stir, especially in the house of Mrs. Derrick and her daughter, where he boards. The schoolboys are soon captivated by their new te...
Letter Of Credit
Rotha, a young American girl, is left orphaned and facing the world alone. Her only solace is Mr. Digby-Southwode, an English friend of the family who entrusts her to the care of her wealthy aunt. This aunt, however, harbors a long-standing grudge ag...
Red Wallflower
In the serene New England countryside, Esther, a young orphan, yearns for companionship and intellectual stimulation. Her life takes a turn when she befriends her neighbor, a brilliant young man who introduces her to the world of literature and ideas...
House In Town
Published in 1862, "House in Town" is a novel set in the mid-19th century, focusing on the lives of the Carrol family in New England. The story revolves around the intricate relationships within the family, exploring themes of love, loss, societal e...