The Carpenter's Children: A New England Story is a novel written by the Christian Tract Society in 1843. The story is set in the early 19th century in a small New England town and follows the lives of two siblings, Mary and John, who are the children of a carpenter. Despite their humble beginnings, the siblings are determined to make something of themselves and work hard to achieve their dreams.Mary is a talented seamstress who dreams of opening her own dressmaking business, while John is an aspiring artist who hopes to attend art school in Boston. Along the way, they face numerous challenges and obstacles, including financial struggles, social prejudices, and personal setbacks. However, with the help of their family and community, they persevere and ultimately achieve their goals.The Carpenter's Children: A New England Story is a heartwarming tale of perseverance, family, and the American dream. It offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in early America and the struggles they faced in pursuing their dreams. The novel is a testament to the power of hard work, determination, and faith in oneself.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.