Freckles (Limberlost #1)

Gene Stratton-Porter


Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars
4.08 · 24 ratings · 324 pages · Published: 1904

Freckles by Gene Stratton-Porter
Focus on the Family Great Stories are riveting novels from the past for today's readers. Each book features the complete text and, in convenient footnotes, present-day definitions for older words. They also include in-depth introductions that shed light on the authors and the times in which they lived and discussion questions. Into a majestic forest wanders an orphaned young man known only as “Freckles.” Arriving at the logging camp of Mr. McLean, he persuades the man to give him a job guarding the prized lumber, though Freckles has only one hand. Despite harsh conditions, Freckles soon falls in love with the forest, as well as a beautiful young girl. But he wonders if she could ever love someone like him—crippled, with no family or identity. A surprising turn of events leads Freckles to discover his courage, as well as answers to his mysterious past. "Freckles, " part of the Focus on the Family Great Stories collection, remains an unforgettable story of love, courage, and adventure. Introduction and Afterword by Joe Wheeler

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