Elsie Dinsmore

Elsie Dinsmore is a classic novel written by Martha Finley. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of Elsie Dinsmore, a young girl who is raised by her wealthy grandfather in the Southern United States. Elsie is a devout Christian and has a strong moral compass, but she faces many challenges as she tries to navigate the complexities of her family and society.Throughout the novel, Elsie must confront issues such as slavery, family conflict, and personal tragedy. She also struggles with her own desires and emotions, particularly when it comes to her relationship with her father, who is absent for much of her life.Despite these challenges, Elsie remains steadfast in her faith and her commitment to doing what is right. She serves as a role model for young readers, demonstrating the importance of honesty, integrity, and compassion.Overall, Elsie Dinsmore is a timeless story that has resonated with readers for generations. It is a classic work of literature that continues to inspire and entertain readers of all ages.1868. The first of the popular Elsie Books written for young readers. The book begins: The schoolroom at Roselands was a very pleasant apartment; the ceiling, it is true, was somewhat lower than in the more modern portion of the building, for the wing in which it was situated dated back to the old-fashioned days prior to the Revolution, while the larger part of the mansion had not stood more than twenty or thirty years; but the effect was relieved by windows reaching from floor to ceiling, and opening on a verandah which overlooked a lovely flower-garden, beyond which were fields and woods and hills. The view from the verandah was very beautiful, and the room itself looked most inviting, with its neat matting, its windows draped with snow-white muslin, its comfortable chairs, and pretty rosewood desks.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.