Publisher's Synopsis
Playing At Settlers: Or The Faggot House (1855) is a novel written by Mrs. R. Lee. The story revolves around a group of children who play a game called Settlers, where they pretend to be pioneers building a new settlement. One of the children, a young girl named Fanny, is particularly enthusiastic about the game and takes on the role of the settler's wife.As the children play, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, such as bad weather, wild animals, and hostile Native Americans. Through their adventures, they learn important lessons about perseverance, cooperation, and respect for others.However, the novel is not just a simple children's story. It also has a deeper meaning and serves as a commentary on the social and political issues of the time. For example, the title of the book refers to the practice of using faggots (bundles of sticks) as building materials, which was common in rural areas. This practice was often associated with poverty and low social status, and the novel uses it as a metaphor for the struggles of working-class people.Overall, Playing At Settlers: Or The Faggot House is a charming and insightful novel that offers a window into the world of Victorian-era childhood and explores important themes that are still relevant today.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.
