The adopted son : $b or, illustrations of the Lord's prayer

"The Adopted Son: or, Illustrations of the Lord's Prayer" by A. L. O. E. is a 19th-century story focused on themes of familial love, forgiveness, and spiritual growth. When Nelly excitedly welcomes Walter, the adopted son of a convict, into her family, villagers voice their doubts. Despite the whispers and worries from people like Goldie and Mrs. Winter, Nelly and her father, Viner, embrace Walter with open hearts, creating a loving home. Viner teaches them both Christian values and the power of prayer, demonstrating the importance of faith and morality against the backdrop of social stigma and personal redemption.