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In this labour of love I was cordially joined by my kind friends Mr and Miss Hepburn, who not only found employment for the widow, but through their intimacy and influence with the members of Council, got the little orphan admitted into the Trades' Maiden Hospital, one Of the charitable institutions with which Edinburgh abounds, where she was brought up and educated.
Many years have elapsed since my first introduction to that sweet child. Many changes have taken place in the world since that period; whole villages have been razed to the ground, and the p10 u gbebare has been driven over the site of many hamlets where I had Often met with kindly welcomes. New towns, new houses, have arisen, with which I have neither connection nor sympathy; new and kind friends, it is true, have proffered me their friendship, and the feeling has been reciprocated with no want of goodwill on my part. Yet, my heart still clings to the past with infinite love and amongst the few friends of those days still spared to me, there are none in whom I have taken.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Step into a bygone era with this captivating tale centered around the bustling village of Water of Leith, nestled near Edinburgh. The author, intimately familiar with the village and its inhabitants, paints a vivid picture of 18th-century Scottish life, where millers, farmers, and villagers intermingle against a backdrop of stunning natural beauty. This book delves into the heart of a close-knit community, where the rhythmic clatter of the mill wheel and the clang of the blacksmith's hammer provide the soundtrack to daily life. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of the author, who fondly recounts his connection to the village and its people, particularly his cherished friend, the Miller of Deanhaugh. Through anecdotes and vibrant descriptions, the author explores themes of community, resilience, and the enduring values of honesty and kindness. He contrasts the simplicity of village life with the encroaching modernizations that threaten to alter its unique character. The story delves into the lives of ordinary people, highlighting their struggles, joys, and unwavering spirit in the face of change. This book offers a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the enduring human connections that transcend generations, reminding us that the true essence of a place lies not in its structures but in the stories and spirit of its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259196976_0
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