The Adopted Daughter: A Tale for Young Persons

"The Adopted Daughter: A Tale for Young Persons" by Elizabeth Sandham is a story about a woman named Mrs. Meridith, now an heiress, coming back to her childhood home after suffering the loss of her husband and mother. As she remembers her time with the Campbells, the family that took care of her, she decides to use her money to help the people in her town. The book shows how important it is to be kind and responsible to others as Mrs. Meridith takes care of the villagers, loves the Campbells, and adopts their orphaned daughter, Anna, to give her a better future. This is a touching story that makes young readers think about being caring, thankful, and helpful in their own communities.