The Carved Cupboard (1899)

The Carved Cupboard is a novel written by Amy Le Feuvre and published in 1899. The story is set in a small English village and follows the lives of two young girls, Dolly and Dulcie, who are orphaned and left in the care of their strict and unloving aunt. The girls are forced to live in a dark and dreary house, with very little joy or happiness.One day, while exploring the house, the girls discover a beautiful carved cupboard in the attic. They are immediately drawn to it, and as they begin to clean and polish it, they uncover a hidden compartment containing a mysterious diary. The diary belongs to their great-great-grandmother, who lived in the house many years ago.As the girls read the diary, they are transported back in time to the early 19th century and learn about their ancestors and the secrets of the house. They discover that their great-great-grandmother was a brave and adventurous woman who fought against injustice and oppression, and that the carved cupboard was a symbol of her strength and determination.Through the diary, Dolly and Dulcie learn important lessons about courage, loyalty, and the power of love. They also learn to appreciate the beauty and magic of the world around them, and to never give up hope, no matter how difficult their circumstances may be.The Carved Cupboard is a heartwarming and inspiring story that celebrates the power of family, love, and tradition. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers of all ages.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.