The Sign of the Cross
Paperback
General Juvenile FictionReligion
ISBN13: 9781025254098
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Dec 12 2025
Pages: 242
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The sign of the cross; or, Edah Champlin by Lucy Ellen Guernsey is a significant work of juvenile fiction, deeply rooted in Christian principles and moral instruction. This thoughtful narrative was originally crafted to engage young readers with tales that foster strong values and virtues, making it a prominent example of Sunday school literature from its time.
At its heart, the story explores themes central to Christian education, guiding young women in their religious life and ethical choices. Guernsey masterfully weaves a narrative rich with lessons on temperance, reflecting a significant social movement of its era, and encourages reflection on personal conduct through faith. Notably, the book features African American characters, offering a unique glimpse into the diverse moral landscapes presented in children's stories of the period. This meticulously prepared print edition faithfully preserves an important piece of religious education and children's literature. It offers readers a window into historical approaches to teaching Christian values, social responsibility, and the cultivation of character, all presented through a captivating moral tale. The sign of the cross continues to be a meaningful resource for those interested in the history of Christian fiction, temperance literature, and the portrayal of African Americans in juvenile works.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.
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