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Mr. Wycherly's Wards

By Harker, L. Allen

Mr. Wycherly's Wards

By Harker, L. Allen

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Mr. Wycherly's wards opens with a sudden relocation prompted by grief and duty, as a reserved guardian moves to Oxford to care for two young boys left in his charge after the death of a relative. The old house they inhabit is full of quirks, echoing the unusual and often humorous domestic arrangements that develop in the absence of competent help. The early part of the novel delves into the awkward yet sincere efforts to create a home, where miscommunication, resourcefulness, and a willingness to adapt drive the new household dynamic. The children, marked by spirited energy and a playful view of their situation, contrast with the guardian s quiet resolve, offering warmth and movement to the new arrangement. Their interactions slowly shift from formal to familial, capturing the tensions and joys of forming emotional bonds in the wake of loss. Through its gentle humor and domestic detail, the story frames care and growth not as duties but as transformative relationships built through persistence, patience, and affection.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
188
Release Date:
2025-06-01
Publication Date:
2025-06-01
Publisher:
Double 9 Books
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
9371467770
ISBN13:
9789371467773
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
245 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
10 cm
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