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The English Orphans; Or, A Home in the New World

by Mary Jane Holmes

Level B2 · Upper-intermediateClassics33 chapters
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Length
33 chapters
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About this book

A family torn by estrangement and hardship leaves England behind, seeking a new life in America aboard the Windermere. Amidst hope and uncertainty, young Mary hides her insecurities while bonds form with fellow passengers, including the charming George Moreland.

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Contents

33 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02CHAPTER II. CHICOPEE.
03CHAPTER III. BILLY BENDER.
04CHAPTER IV. ELLA CAMPBELL.
05CHAPTER V. THE POOR-HOUSE.
06CHAPTER VI SAL FURBUSH.
07CHAPTER VII. THE LINCOLNS
08CHAPTER VIII. AT CHURCH.
09CHAPTER IX. THE NEW BONNET.
10CHAPTER X WINTER AT THE POOR-HOUSE.
11CHAPTER XI. ALICE.
12CHAPTER XII. A NEW FRIEND.

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