Salome's burden

Name: Salome's burden
Author: Eleanora H. Stooke

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The narrative follows Salome, a fourteen-year-old cripple who lives in a Cornish fishing village and cares for her father Josiah, whose habitual drinking brings shame, danger, and hardship. Acts of neighborly kindness from the Fowler household provide companionship and respite, while episodes of humiliation, a sudden calamity, illness, and storm-driven crises test loyalties. The plot traces Josiah's worst excesses, a brief repentance, the ensuing domestic struggles and sickness, and the gradual lifting of the shadow as relationships are mended and calmer days return.

About the Author

Eleanora H. Stooke

Eleanora H. Stooke was a children's author known for her engaging and imaginative stories that often feature young protagonists and whimsical adventures. Her works, such as "A Little Town Mouse" and "Angel's Brother," reflect a keen understanding of childhood experiences and emotions. Stooke's narratives frequently incorporate themes of friendship, family, and the joys of nature, making her stories appealing to young readers. With a total of 24 published titles, she contributed significantly to early 20th-century children's literature, leaving a legacy that continues to resonate with audiences today.

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