Theophilus And Others (1876)

Theophilus And Others is a novel written by Mary Mapes Dodge and published in 1876. The story is set in the 19th century and revolves around the lives of several characters, including Theophilus, a young boy who is orphaned and taken in by his uncle, and his cousin, Edith, who becomes his closest friend. The novel explores themes of family, love, and the struggle for identity in a rapidly changing society. Theophilus and Edith's relationship is tested when they both fall in love with the same person, and Theophilus must come to terms with his own feelings and desires. Throughout the book, Dodge also touches on issues of class and race, as Theophilus befriends a young African American boy and learns about the injustices faced by people of color in the United States. Overall, Theophilus And Others is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into life in the 19th century and the challenges faced by individuals as they navigate their way through a changing world.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.