The Old Stone House

"The Old Stone House" by Constance Fenimore Woolson is a story about family. Aunt Faith, burdened by past sorrows, takes on the guardianship of her five orphaned cousins: Hugh, Sibyl, Tom, Grace, and Bessie. Their summer unfolds at the old stone house by the lake, a period marked by freedom, but also by the struggles of growing up. Aunt Faith grapples with her role, especially concerning the spirited Hugh and Bessie. The children's youthful adventures set the stage for a tale about family loyalty, love, and personal development.