"Elsie Dinsmore" by Martha Finley tells the story of a young girl named Elsie who is raised in a strict, religious household in the 19th century American South. Despite facing challenges from her authoritarian father, who often neglects her emotional needs, Elsie remains a beacon of virtue and faith. Her unwavering trust in God and her kind disposition help her navigate the complexities of family relationships and societal expectations. As Elsie grows, she learns to stand firm in her principles while also longing for the love and acceptance of her father, leading to poignant moments of self-discovery and resilience. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Classics Of Children's Literature, Elsie Books, Elsie Dinsmore, Elsie Dinsmore Collection, Life Of Faith, Popular Culture in America, The Original Elsie Dinsmore Collection .
There are 324 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by Forgotten Books .
This book contains the following story:
Elsie Dinsmore
Elsie is eight years old. Her mother is dead and she has never met her father. Her relatives are indifferent to her and her feelings, but she is loved and taught by her negro nurse. Then her longed-for father comes home but having completely neglected and abandoned her for eight years, he acts as if he is now entitled to control her every choice and demand her love and loyalty. Elsie is very virtuous despite all her sufferings, because of her relationship with God. Over the course of the story father and daughter learn to love and understand each other.
