The Babes in the Basket; or, Daph and Her Charge: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Babes in the Basket; or, Daph and Her Charge: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Babes in the Basket; or, Daph and Her Charge is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Baker, Sarah S. (Sarah Schoonmaker) (1824–1906).
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"The Babes in the Basket; or, Daph and Her Charge" by Sarah S. Baker is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and love through the character of Daph, a devoted caretaker of two white children, Charlie and Louise, who are in grave danger due to their families' misfortunes. Daph's journey begins as she secretly saves the children from harm, embarking on a quest filled with trials and a deep sense of responsibility towards her charges. At the start of the novel, the tranquility of a moonlit room is abruptly disrupted by Daph, who enters stealthily to care for the sleeping children, providing them with medicine disguised in fruit. Her loving actions set off a chain of events that lead to their escape aboard a ship, revealing hints of impending danger. The narrative quickly captures readers' attention, as it unfolds the challenges Daph faces not only in protecting the children but also in navigating her own emotional turmoil. The opening serves as a poignant introduction to a story of compassion and the struggle against adversity, positioning Daph as a figure of maternal strength in a world rife with societal challenges.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Babes in the Basket; or, Daph and Her Charge
- Author credits: Baker, Sarah S. (Sarah Schoonmaker) (1824–1906)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Caribbean Area -- Juvenile fiction
- Enslaved persons -- Juvenile fiction
- Loyalty -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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