Laddie, and Miss Toosey's mission

Name: Laddie, and Miss Toosey's mission
Brand: Alpha Edition
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By Evelyn Whitaker

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A chilly dusk settles over a Victorian parlour, where laughter and mischief spark in the firelight-yet beneath the gaiety, hearts ache for understanding, and the smallest acts of kindness ripple through a household in quiet, transformative ways. In these pages, the gentle struggles and triumphs of children are painted with exquisite sympathy, inviting readers to step into nineteenth-century England and witness the redemptive power of compassion and forgiveness. Here, the dilemmas of family relationships and the challenges of growing up are rendered with the same warmth and moral clarity that have made classic British literature endure for generations.
This rediscovered gem of Victorian children's fiction weaves together the innocence of a bedtime reading tale with the deeper threads of Christian moral stories, inviting reflection on the choices that shape character and community. Echoing the spirit of beloved works by Charlotte M Yonge and the heartfelt optimism of Little Lord Fauntleroy, it offers a vivid portrait of childhood shaped by the values and expectations of the Victorian era setting. The narrative, rich in period detail, draws readers into a world where kindness is both a comfort and a quiet rebellion, and where even the most wayward soul may find redemption and forgiveness amidst the routines of daily life.
This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations, ensuring that its gentle wisdom and evocative storytelling continue to inspire. More than just a reprint, this edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, perfect for lovers of children's chapter books and those who cherish the enduring legacy of classic literature. Whether discovered anew or revisited as a childhood favourite, its tender lessons and luminous prose remain as vital now as they were to readers long ago.

Product details

Binding:: Paperback
Number of Pages:: 76
Release Date:: 2026-02-20
Publication Date:: 2026-02-20
Publisher:: Alpha Edition
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 9373053515
ISBN13:: 9789373053516
Weight:: 125 g
Height:: 152 cm
Width:: 229 cm
Thickness:: 4 cm

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