Shenac's Work at Home

"Shenac's Work at Home" by Margaret M. Robertson is a story set in 19th-century Scotland, zeroing in on the MacIvor family as they deal with tough times. When tragedy strikes, Shenac, a strong girl, steps up to lead her family through hardship; her father has passed, and one of her brothers is not home to assist. The story begins with the MacIvor family grieving the loss of a son, Lewis, and the passing of their father. Shenac, along with her brother Hamish and younger siblings must come together in the face of financial problems and the threat of losing their home to a relative, Angus Dhu. The beginning of the story shows Shenac's determination as she promises to keep their family's land safe and keep her father's memory alive while facing the new difficulties and family problems that come with their situation.