""Maggie and Emma: A True Story"" is a novel written by Maria Jane McIntosh and first published in 1861. The story follows the lives of two young girls, Maggie and Emma, who come from very different backgrounds. Maggie is a poor orphan who lives with her grandmother, while Emma is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Despite their differences, the two girls become close friends and support each other through various challenges. The novel explores themes of friendship, social class, and the importance of education. It also highlights the struggles faced by women in the mid-19th century, particularly those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. McIntosh's writing is characterized by its moral tone and emphasis on Christian values. Overall, ""Maggie and Emma: A True Story"" is a heartwarming tale of friendship and perseverance that offers insight into the social and cultural norms of the time period in which it was written.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.
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