Author: Martha Finley
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Category : Christian life
Languages : en
Pages : 328

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Author: Martha Finley
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christian life
Languages : en
Pages : 376

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Author: Martha Finley
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christian life
Languages : en
Pages : 328

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Author: Martha Finley
Publisher:
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Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 366

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Mildred visits her relatives at Roselands and endures the heartbreak of loving Charlie Landreth whom she can't marry because he is not Christian.

Author: Martha Finley
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781515314998
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100

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Before Martha Finley had completed the first six titles of The Elsie Books in 1876, she began a new series based upon the Dinsmore's Midwestern relatives, the Keiths. The resulting seven-book series, The Mildred Series, introduces Mildred Keith, their sixteen-year-old daughter. Her father, a lawyer by trade, had moved with his wife and eight children from Ohio to the frontier of Indiana in the 1830s (not unlike Martha Finley's identical journey as a girl with her family). At the end of the first book, Mildred becomes very ill with a fever and is slow to recover. Arthur Dinsmore Sr., Elsie's grandfather, travels from Roselands, his home in the East, to visit the Keiths. While there, he suggests that the southern climate at Roselands may be beneficial to Mildred's health. This is followed by the death of Elsie's guardian in Louisiana. Mildred travels with Arthur Dinsmore to visit Elsie at Viamede. In this way, The Mildred Books fill the reader in on some of the events of Elsie's early childhood before the Elsie series opens. Martha Finley has woven the characters of the two series in and out of her stories to fill in some of the sequential gaps in the plot lines of her early Elsie stories and to provide some further depth to her characters and their relationships with one another. In this way she enriches the Elsie stories that have thrilled girls for more than 130 years. Sixteen-year-old Mildred moves with her father, mother, and seven brothers and sisters from their home in Ohio to the frontier of Indiana, and Mildred's maiden aunt, Wealthy Stanhope, travels west with them. Horace Dinsmore, Elsie's father, pays a visit to his cousin, Marcia Keith, and her family in Indianabefore departing on a long trip to Europe, and sadly, the entire Keith family is stricken with ague.

Author: Martha Finley
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN:
Category : Brothers and sisters
Languages : en
Pages : 328

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"'Tis beautiful when first the dewy light Breaks on the earth! while yet the scented air Is breathing the cool freshness of the night, And the bright clouds a tint of crimson bear." Elizabeth M. Chandler. "A long, long kiss, a kiss of youth and love." Byron. Morning was breaking over the landscape; a cool, refreshing breeze, laden with woodland sweets and wild birds' songs, softly kissed Mildred's cheek and awoke her. She started up with a low exclamation of delight, sprang to the open window, and kneeling there with her elbow on the sill and her cheek in her hand, feasted her eyes upon the beauty of the scene-a grand panorama of wooded hills, falling waters, wild glens and forests and craggy mountains, above whose lofty summits the east was glowing with crimson and gold. Another moment and the sun burst through the golden gate and began anew his daily round, "rejoicing as a strong man to run a race."

Author: Martha Finley
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781500536800
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 110

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The clock on the mantel, striking six, woke Ethel and Blanche Eldon, two little sisters lying side by side in their pretty bed.“Ah, it is morning, Blanche, and time for you and me to be up,” said Ethel, smiling pleasantly into her younger sister's eyes.“Yes; in a minute, Ethel,” replied Blanche, turning toward her sister and patting her cheek affectionately.At the same moment the door into the hall opened softly and the mother came in, her dark eyes shining, her thin, pale face wreathed in smiles.“Good-morning, my darlings,” she said, speaking softly, for fear of waking the two younger children in the nursery beyond. “Have you slept well?” she asked, bending over to kiss first one, then the other.

Author: Martha Finley
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Category : Brothers and sisters
Languages : en
Pages : 374

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The Landreths and their relatives survive the horrors of the civil war.

Author: Martha Finley
Publisher: Musaicum Books
ISBN: 8075831780
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1249

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This 6 volume series narrates the story of Mildred Keith, lovable female protagonist by Martha Finley and the cousin of Elsie Dinsmore. Written more or less during the first few Elsie Dinsmore books, the Mildred books often refer to their predecessor and provide a bridge between the two narratives. A MUST READ for all Elsie Dinsmore fans! Table of Content: Mildred Keith Mildred at Roselands Mildred and Elsie Mildred's Married Life, and a Winter with Elsie Dinsmore Mildred at Home: With Something About Her Relatives and Friends Mildred's Boys and Girls Mildred's New Daughter Martha Finley (1828-1909) was a teacher and author of numerous works, the most well-known being the 28 volume Elsie Dinsmore series which was published over a span of 38 years.

Author: Martha Finley
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1195

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Martha Finley's 'MILDRED KEITH Complete Series' is a collection of all 7 books in the Mildred Keith series, showcasing the timeless tales of a young girl's coming-of-age journey. The books are written in a simplistic and engaging style, making them accessible to readers of all ages. Set in the 19th century, the novels explore themes of family, faith, and relationships in a beautifully crafted narrative. Finley's attention to detail and character development enhances the reader's immersion into Mildred's world, providing a rich literary experience. The series offers a glimpse into historical context and values, making it a valuable addition to any library of classic literature. Martha Finley, a prolific author known for her Christian-themed novels, draws on her own experiences and beliefs to create a compelling and thought-provoking story. Her dedication to portraying strong moral values shines through in the Mildred Keith series, making it a testament to her writing prowess. With its timeless themes and engaging storytelling, the 'MILDRED KEITH Complete Series' is highly recommended for readers looking for a captivating and meaningful read that transcends generations.