A Sailor's Lass
1886
A Sailor's Lass, written by Emma Leslie and published in 1886, follows the story of a young girl named Tiny, who is rescued by fisherman Coomber during a storm after her ship wrecks. Set in a fishing community, the novel explores themes of family, love, and survival, highlighting the challenges faced by the Coomber family as Tiny's arrival brings both hope and conflict, particularly with her father's struggles with alcohol. The book is notable for its portrayal of foundlings and the harsh realities of life at sea.
