“Motherless Ellen, or, The Orphan Children” is a poignant tale of young siblings navigating life after the loss of their mother. The story unfolds through their touching correspondence, revealing their resilience, faith, and the bonds of family as they adapt to their new circumstances. This moving narrative offers a glimpse into the lives of orphaned children in the 19th century, emphasizing the importance of religious values and mutual support during times of adversity.Ideal for readers interested in historical children's literature and stories of faith and perseverance, “Motherless Ellen” explores themes of loss, hope, and the enduring power of familial love. The children's letters provide an intimate perspective on their daily lives and emotional challenges, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate heartwarming and morally enriching stories.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.