The Cotton Lass and Other Stories: An uplifting collection of contemporary and historical short stories by a much-loved storyteller
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- Synopsis
- ‘Jacobs is especially big on resourceful, admirable women. Great stuff!’ Daily MailThis collection of stand-alone short stories is a treat for new readers and dedicated fans alike. In each of these seventeen stories, an ordinary person takes on an extraordinary journey to a new life, discovering facets and strengths they never knew they possessed. Across a variety of time periods and settings, these stories capture Anna Jacobs’ unique style and showcase her mastery of emotional tales. The collection includes: The Cotton Lass: Widow Sarah is struggling to make ends meet as England suffers from the cotton famine brought on by war in the United States. Will the opportunity to move to Australia provide a new life for her?Going Out in Style: Mrs Kelly is widely acknowledged as uncooperative and a troublemaker in her nursing home, but forms a bond with Raelene, a young woman doing community service there. Their friendship will transform them both.
- Copyright:
- 2018
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- ISBN-13:
- 9780749023096
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780749023041
- Publisher:
- Allison & Busby
- Date of Addition:
- 04/25/20
- Copyrighted By:
- Anna Jacobs
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Romance, Literature and Fiction
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.