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Title: The Roses of Saint Elizabeth
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Produced by Sue Clark and the Online Distributed
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produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Roses of Saint Elizabeth" by Jane Scott Woodruff is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the picturesque town of Eisenach and revolves around themes of childhood innocence, stories of nobility, and the enduring legacy of historical figures such as Saint Elizabeth and Martin Luther. The book delves into the lives of two children, Katrina and Fritz, as they explore the enchanting world surrounding them, infused with both personal aspirations and rich historical narratives. The narrative primarily follows Katrina, the caretaker’s daughter, and her friend Fritz, as they navigate their lives amidst the backdrop of the Wartburg castle. Through their friendship, they uncover tales of the castle's past and its famous residents, including the compassionate Saint Elizabeth, known for her acts of charity, and the great reformer Martin Luther, who once concealed himself within its walls. As they engage with the castle's history and the legends surrounding it, both children are shaped by the values of love and sacrifice. The tale culminates in their evolving understanding of what true treasure is—learning that it lies not in material wealth or fame, but in love and the beauty of service to others. The intertwining of their lives with these historical figures serves as a testament to the power of kindness and human connection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Woodruff, Jane Scott
Illustrator: Eberhart, Adelaide
EBook No.: 58753
Published: Jan 22, 2019
Downloads: 95
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Elizabeth of Hungary, Saint, 1207-1231 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Miracles -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Roses of Saint Elizabeth
Credits:
Produced by Sue Clark and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Roses of Saint Elizabeth" by Jane Scott Woodruff is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the picturesque town of Eisenach and revolves around themes of childhood innocence, stories of nobility, and the enduring legacy of historical figures such as Saint Elizabeth and Martin Luther. The book delves into the lives of two children, Katrina and Fritz, as they explore the enchanting world surrounding them, infused with both personal aspirations and rich historical narratives. The narrative primarily follows Katrina, the caretaker’s daughter, and her friend Fritz, as they navigate their lives amidst the backdrop of the Wartburg castle. Through their friendship, they uncover tales of the castle's past and its famous residents, including the compassionate Saint Elizabeth, known for her acts of charity, and the great reformer Martin Luther, who once concealed himself within its walls. As they engage with the castle's history and the legends surrounding it, both children are shaped by the values of love and sacrifice. The tale culminates in their evolving understanding of what true treasure is—learning that it lies not in material wealth or fame, but in love and the beauty of service to others. The intertwining of their lives with these historical figures serves as a testament to the power of kindness and human connection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Woodruff, Jane Scott
Illustrator: Eberhart, Adelaide
EBook No.: 58753
Published: Jan 22, 2019
Downloads: 95
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Elizabeth of Hungary, Saint, 1207-1231 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Miracles -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.