The Ravens and the Angels, with Other Stories and Parables

"The Ravens and the Angels: With Other Stories and Parables" by Elizabeth Rundle Charles is a collection of short stories, primarily focusing on "The Ravens and the Angels," which centers on Magdalis, a widowed mother in medieval times striving to provide for her two children. This story shows Magdalis's struggle with poverty while trying to teach her kids about faith and love in the face of incredible odds. It especially underscores the struggles of her young son, Gottlieb, and his determination to be as kind as an angel during a time when things are bleak. His simple heart, filled with prayer, sparks a series of events that intertwine with divine help, eventually landing him a significant role in the cathedral's choir, changing his family's lives forever and highlighting the power of faith and compassion.