Probable Sons by Amy Le Feuvre ~ 1896 First Edition Hardcover ~ RARE

Description: Probable Sons by Amy Le Feuvre ~ 1896 First Edition Hardcover ~ RARE The Parable of the Prodigal Son is illustrated several times in this allegorical children’s story. Little Milly’s innocent understanding of the Bible became the simple wisdom that was needed by the adults around her. The “Probable Son” as she calls it, is the substance of her hopes and her prayers throughout the story. “I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it."—John 10:15. Being a confirmed bachelor, Sir Edward Wentworth is horrified when his young orphaned niece arrives. Yet gradually over the coming months he becomes very fond of Milly, as he listens to her bright chatter about her life at his house and the people she meets, particularly the Maxwells who live in the forest. Through Milly's complete trust in God, Sir Edward is made aware of how far he has grown away from Christianity, and he reflects on this further when recovering from an accident. Milly's favourite story is that of the Prodigal Son, which is given special meaning by the return of the Maxwells' missing son. When Sir Edward nearly loses Milly forever, he realizes that he has the courage to turn away from his previous life, and is himself a Prodigal Son. Unable to say the word “Prodigal,” Milly finds herself confronting her rigid, self-absorbed uncle as a true “Probable Son. Ships USPS media mail

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