An Only Sister (1873)

""An Only Sister"" is a novel written by Henriette De Witt and published in 1873. The story revolves around the life of a young girl named Mary, who is the only daughter of a wealthy family. Mary is adored by her parents, but she longs for a sibling to share her life with. Her wish is granted when her parents adopt a young boy named Willie. Mary is thrilled to have a brother, but soon realizes that her parents' attention is now divided between her and Willie. As she struggles to adjust to her new role as a sister, Mary learns the importance of family, love, and sacrifice. The novel explores themes of family dynamics, sibling relationships, and the challenges of growing up in a privileged environment. With its engaging plot and relatable characters, ""An Only Sister"" remains a timeless classic in the world of literature.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.