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A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

Title: Bread upon the Waters

Author and Title: Marie J. Hyde. Bread upon the Waters: A Novel

First Edition: London: Samuel Tinsley, 1876. 1 volume, cr. 8vo., 10s. 6d.

Summary: After her mother dies, leaving her a mysterious box not to be opened until she turns twenty-one, Stella leaves her life as a poor street vendor to be educated, thanks to the kind, disinterested patronage of a young gentleman. (LP)

References: BL; EC

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