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A warm, humorous glimpse of a country matron, a birthday, and a town full of kin. In Winifred Arnold’s Miss Emeline's Kith and Kin, a stubborn, exacting elder named Miss Emeline faces sixty with teeth-gnashing practicality and a surprising willingness to forgive. The day unfolds in a small yard and garden full of memory, where family ties are tested, teased, and finally celebrated with a joyful, old‑fashioned gathering.
This novel turns on quiet moments that reveal big truths: how a community supports one another, how pride and pridefulness collide, and how even the sternest faces can soften when kindness arrives. Expect humor, gentle drama, and a portrait of intergenerational love that feels both earned and earned‑again.
- Quaint, character‑driven scenes anchored by Miss Emeline’s strong will and dry wit
- A close‑knit group of neighbors and relatives who feel like real flesh‑and‑blood complex characters
- A themes of forgiveness, belonging, and the long reach of family ties
- A cozy, uplifting tone that favors heart over hype
Ideal for readers who enjoy warm, slice‑of‑life tales about families, friendships, and small‑town life at its most generous.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the life, work, and legacy of prominent missionary Emily Parlow, who committed herself to serving communities in China during a key period of change in the regionâs history. Using primary sources such as writings and personal letters from Parlow and her family members, the author eloquently conveys the spirit of internationalism that characterized Parlowâs dedication to her work. Through personal accounts, the narrative follows the complexities of intercultural connection and the challenges encountered by a woman pursuing a life of service and faith in the early 20th century. Through Parlow's story, the book offers readers a lens through which to understand both the opportunities and challenges of global engagement. 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 # 9781331709800_0
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