Freckles (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163199725)

Freckles is a classic novel written by Gene Stratton-Porter. The story revolves around a young man named Freckles, who is an orphan and has been raised in an orphanage. He is determined to make a better life for himself and lands a job as a guard for a lumber company in the Limberlost swamp. Despite being a newcomer, Freckles quickly proves his worth and becomes a valuable member of the team.As he spends more time in the swamp, Freckles becomes enamored with the beauty of nature and the creatures that inhabit it. He also develops a deep connection with a young woman named Angel, who is the daughter of the lumber company owner. However, their relationship is threatened by the arrival of a man who claims to be Freckles' long-lost father.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the importance of finding one's place in the world. It is a heartwarming and inspiring story that has captivated readers for generations. Stratton-Porter's vivid descriptions of the natural world and her ability to create memorable characters make Freckles a timeless classic that is sure to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.1904. Stratton-Porter was an American feminist, environmentalist, photographer and one of Indiana's most famous female authors. Many of her writings were moralistic and romantic novels. Freckles is the story of an orphaned boy who gets a job as a timber guard in Limberlost. He only has one hand, but much courage. As the plot unfolds, Freckles falls in love with the beautiful Swamp Angel and his noble past is revealed. The book proved so popular that she went on to write A Girl of the Limberlost. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Gene Stratton-Porter
ISBN-10: 1163199729
ISBN-13: 9781163199725
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 248
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.3
Point Value: 13
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 25228 / Freckles