This poignant tale of love and sacrifice is a timeless classic of Christian literature. Set in rural Scotland in the late 19th century, the novel follows the struggles of a young girl growing up in poverty, and the grandmother who raises her. Through hardship and heartache, they learn the true meaning of selflessness and compassion, and the power of faith in times of trial. A beautifully written novel for readers of all ages. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.