""The Cunning Woman's Grandson: A Tale of Cheddar a Hundred Years Ago"" is a novel written by Charlotte Mary Yonge and published in 1889. Set in the small village of Cheddar in Somerset, England, the book tells the story of a young boy named Robin, who is the grandson of a cunning woman, or a healer who uses herbs and other natural remedies to cure the sick. Robin's grandmother passes down her knowledge and skills to him, and he becomes known as a skilled healer himself. However, as Robin grows older, he begins to question the superstitions and traditions of his village, and he sets out on a journey to learn more about modern medicine and science. Along the way, Robin meets a variety of characters, including a wealthy landowner, a doctor, and a group of traveling performers. Through his experiences, he learns about the importance of education and the power of knowledge, and he becomes determined to bring new ideas and advancements to his village. ""The Cunning Woman's Grandson"" is a heartwarming tale that explores themes of tradition, knowledge, and progress. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of rural villagers in England during the 19th century, and it is sure 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.
""The Cunning Woman's Grandson: A Tale of Cheddar a Hundred Years Ago"" is a novel written by Charlotte Mary Yonge and published in 1889. Set in the small village of Cheddar in Somerset, England, the book tells the story of a young boy named Robin, who is the grandson of a cunning woman, or a healer who uses herbs and other natural remedies to cure the sick. Robin's grandmother passes down her knowledge and skills to him, and he becomes known as a skilled healer himself. However, as Robin grows older, he begins to question the superstitions and traditions of his village, and he sets out on a journey to learn more about modern medicine and science. Along the way, Robin meets a variety of characters, including a wealthy landowner, a doctor, and a group of traveling performers. Through his experiences, he learns about the importance of education and the power of knowledge, and he becomes determined to bring new ideas and advancements to his village. ""The Cunning Woman's Grandson"" is a heartwarming tale that explores themes of tradition, knowledge, and progress. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of rural villagers in England during the 19th century, and it is sure 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.
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