"The Andersons: Brother and Sister" by Agnes Giberne is a tale set in the late 1800s, centered on the Anderson family's trials, primarily siblings Felix and Lettice, who endure hardship following their mother Cecilia's sickness. The story suggests themes of family bonds and personal difficulties as they deal with obtaining aid and relocating to an estranged uncle's residence, against the backdrop of their present challenges. Felix Anderson is introduced as a determined young man tasked with caring for his family as his mother's health deteriorates. Felix struggles with uncertainty as the family prepares to live with his uncle. The narrative depicts sibling relationships, the prospect of separation, and tension caused by their mother's disease, paving the road for the emotional and physical journey ahead.
The Andersons : $b Brother and sister
By Agnes Giberne
Facing poverty and a mother’s illness, two siblings must rely on their love to face their struggles.
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About the AuthorAgnes Giberne was a British novelist and scientific writer. Her fiction was typical of Victorian evangelical fiction with moral or religious themes for children. She also wrote books on science for young people, a handful of historical novels, and one well-regarded biography.
Agnes Giberne was a British novelist and scientific writer. Her fiction was typical of Victorian evangelical fiction with moral or religious themes for children. She also wrote books on science for young people, a handful of historical novels, and one well-regarded biography.
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