"A Little Wizard" by Stanley John Weyman, is a historical fiction set during the English Civil War, following Jack Patten, a young boy left alone after losing his family and home. The story highlights Jack’s resilience and growth as he faces the chaos of war and cruel neglect from his new guardians, the Gridleys, after bravely challenging an agent seizing his family's estate. Jack must learn to stand on his own and discover his inner strength despite the turmoil of the world around him, setting the stage for a story of adventure fueled by one child's will to survive.
A Little Wizard
By Stanley John Weyman
In the midst of war, a spirited young orphan must brave neglect and societal upheaval to find his place in a broken world.
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About the AuthorStanley John Weyman was an English writer of historical romance. His most popular works were written in 1890–1895 and set in late 16th and early 17th-century France. While very successful at the time, they are now largely forgotten.
Stanley John Weyman was an English writer of historical romance. His most popular works were written in 1890–1895 and set in late 16th and early 17th-century France. While very successful at the time, they are now largely forgotten.
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