Jesse Cliffe by Mary Russell Mitford
"Jesse Cliffe" by Mary Russell Mitford is a fictional narrative likely written during the early 19th century. The book tells the story of a young boy named Jesse Cliffe, who grows up in isolation, navigating life away from society after being abandoned at a workhouse. The novel explores themes of connection, kindness, and personal transformation against the backdrop of rural England. The narrative follows Jesse from his childhood as a misunderstood outcast
to a self-sufficient young man. Residing in the desolate Moors, he survives through his knowledge of nature, foraging for food, and developing a bond with Phoebe, the delicate granddaughter of a local farmer. As Jesse navigates prejudice and isolation, he finds purpose and kindness, particularly through his relationship with Phoebe and her grandfather, John Cobham. An incident involving a fire at Cobham's estate cements Jesse's place in the community, leading to his gradual transformation from a wild boy into a respected member of society, with aspirations of becoming a gardener, culminating in a heartfelt reunion with Phoebe. The story poignantly illustrates how love and compassion can change a person's fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mitford, Mary Russell, 1787-1855 |
|---|---|
| Title | Jesse Cliffe |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Country life -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Pastoral fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22839 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 17, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 135 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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