The Farmer’s Foundling (1884)

The Farmer's Foundling is a novel written by J.B.H. and first published in 1884. The story is set in rural England in the mid-19th century and revolves around the life of a young orphan girl named Bessie. Bessie is taken in by a kind-hearted farmer and his wife, who raise her as their own daughter. As she grows up, Bessie becomes a hardworking and virtuous young woman, but she is haunted by the mystery of her past and the identity of her true parents.The novel explores themes of identity, family, and social class, as Bessie struggles to find her place in a world that is often unfair and unforgiving. Along the way, she must navigate the challenges of love and marriage, as well as the prejudices and expectations of those around her.Despite its age, The Farmer's Foundling remains a compelling and engaging read, with vivid descriptions of rural life and a cast of memorable characters. It is a timeless tale of love, loss, and redemption that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.