Mrs. (Mary Martha) Sherwood

Mrs. (Mary Martha) Sherwood
Mary Martha Sherwood (1775–1851) was a prolific English author best known for her children's literature, religious tracts, and instructional works. She gained popularity with "The History of the Fairchild Family," a moralistic novel that emphasized Christian values and family virtues. Sherwood's writings often focused on instilling piety, discipline, and obedience in young readers, reflecting her deep Evangelical Christian beliefs. In addition to her work in children's literature, she also wrote stories like "The Indian Orphans" that reflected her time spent in India, blending adventure with moral lessons.

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THE BROTHERS;OR,BE NOT WISE IN YOUR OWN CONCEIT.It was at that time of year when leaves begin to lose their green hue, and are first tinctured with a brown shade that increases rather than decreases their beauty, that Mr. and Mrs. Mortimer received a letter from a brother of Mrs. Mortimer's, at Portsmouth, requiring such immediate attention that it was thought advisable that the answer should be... more...

It was during the last century, and before the spirit of revolution had effected any change in the manners of our forefathers, that the events took place, which are about to be recorded in this little volume. At that period there existed in the wild border country, which lies between England and Scotland, an ancient castle, of which only one tower, a few chambers in the main building, certain offices... more...