Hollowmell or, A Schoolgirl's Mission

"Hollowmell" by E. R. Burden is a late 19th-century story that follows Minnie Kimberley, a spirited schoolgirl with a heart for her community. Dissatisfied with the difficult lives of miners and their families in Hollowmell, Minnie channels her energy into a mission of positive change, hoping to improve their living conditions and uplift them spiritually. Though somewhat disorganized, as seen when a friend comments on her lost books, Minnie is determined to make a difference. After discussing her ambitions with her friend, Mabel, Minnie's convictions grow stronger, and she rallies the girls at her school to join her cause, leading to a journey of friendship, personal development, and dedicated service to others.