Never Were Such Times
Never Were Such Times by Nancy Livingston, published by Warner Books in 1993, is a poignant narrative set in the nineteenth century that chronicles the struggles of the Unwin family. Orphaned at a young age, siblings Chas, Albert, and Polly are thrust into the care of their unyielding Aunt Sybilla, whose cold demeanor starkly contrasts with the love and security they once knew in their small Suffolk village. This edition spans 464 pages and is presented in English.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of family bonds and resilience as the Unwin siblings navigate the challenges of adulthood while remaining devoted to one another. The story delves into themes of tragedy, love, and courage, highlighting their relentless fight for survival despite the hardships they encounter. Through the lens of historical and contemporary fiction, the narrative captures the essence of familial devotion and the indomitable spirit of the Unwin family.
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Set in the nineteenth century, NEVER WERE SUCH TIMES is the moving story of one family’s constant struggle for survival. Chas, Albert and Polly Unwin know nothing but love and security as they grow up in the close-knit atmosphere of a small Suffolk village, until, suddenly orphaned, they are forced upon their unwilling Aunt Sybilla, a cold, miserly woman who takes out all her frustration and bitter disappointment on her dead brother’s children.
As the children become adults and go their separate ways, their devotion to each other never wavers. Despite the pain and misfortunes they face, they never give up the fight to survive. And in this absorbing story of tragedy, love and courage you will mourn the losses and applaud the triumphs of the indomitable Unwin family.
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