A Flat Iron for a Farthing; or, Some Passages in the Life of an only Son

Name: A Flat Iron for a Farthing; or, Some Passages in the Life of an only Son
Author: Juliana Horatia Ewing

By Juliana Horatia Ewing

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An only son recounts a sequence of childhood and coming‑of‑age episodes rooted in home and parish life: the early loss of his mother and the solace of the kindly nurse Mrs. Bundle; play and small purchases, a beloved dog named Rubens, friendships with cousins and a companion called Polly; lessons in charity, visits to the sick, and village duties; schooldays, a tutor’s influence, and the challenges of adolescence; followed by family complications, courtships, and bereavements. The book is composed as linked vignettes that blend gentle humor, moral reflection, and affectionate sketches of domestic and community characters as the narrator matures.

About the Author

Juliana Horatia Ewing

Juliana Horatia Ewing (1841-1885) was an English author known for her children's literature and short stories. Her works often reflect themes of nature, family, and moral lessons, appealing to both young readers and adults. Ewing's storytelling is characterized by its warmth and imaginative narratives, as seen in her notable book "Jackanapes," which explores the bond between children and animals. She also contributed significantly to the genre with collections like "Brothers of Pity and Other Tales of Beasts and Men" and "Mary's Meadow, and Other Tales of Fields and Flowers." Ewing's legacy endures through her charming tales that continue to resonate with readers.