Two Prisoners

Name: Two Prisoners
Author: Thomas Nelson Page

A bedridden child lives in a squalid lodging-house, cared for only by a drunken landlady and sustained by books and the birds she watches from her window. She imagines her past in green fields and identifies with a mockingbird kept in a nearby cage, finding companionship and making stories from fragments of Pilgrim's Progress and Arabian Nights. A compassionate neighbor child ventures into the tenement, learns of the girl's condition, and prompts aid from her family; their intervention brings food and the prospect of rescue, contrasting physical confinement with the longing for freedom.

By Thomas Nelson Page

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Thomas Nelson Page

Thomas Nelson Page was an American author known for his works that often explore themes of Southern life and culture. His storytelling is characterized by a blend of humor and pathos, reflecting the complexities of the post-Civil War South. Among his notable works is "A Soldier Of The Empire," which showcases his ability to weave historical narratives with engaging characters. Page also wrote short stories and novels such as "Gordon Keith" and "John Marvel, Assistant," contributing significantly to the literary heritage of the American South. His writings provide valuable insights into the social dynamics and regional identity of his time.