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Summary of Orphan Train: by Christina Baker Kline | Includes Analysis
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From the middle of 19th century up until late beginning of 20th century trains running from east coast to the mid-west were carrying orphan children, who were abandoned and left for the foster care system, to their new unknown future.
Orphan train is a story about that. Concentrated around Vivian Daly and her struggle with her new life and challenges that will bring. It’s a story about strength of the human spirit, new start and friendship which is found on the most unexpected place.
From the middle of 19th century up until late beginning of 20th century trains running from east coast to the mid-west were carrying orphan children, who were abandoned and left for the foster care system, to their new unknown future.
Orphan train is a story about that. Concentrated around Vivian Daly and her struggle with her new life and challenges that will bring. It’s a story about strength of the human spirit, new start and friendship which is found on the most unexpected place.
26 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 30, 2015
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January 25, 2018
I listened to this book, the audio production was magnificent as was the book. The narrator nailed the little Irish immigrant lass. And the nonagenarian as well.
May 12, 2021
Wow! What a great book!! Excellent subject and beautifully written!! LOVED!!
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