Magnum Bonum; Or, Mother Carey's Brood
1879
Magnum Bonum; Or, Mother Carey's Brood is a domestic fiction novel written by Charlotte M. Yonge and first published in 1879. The story revolves around the Brownlow family, particularly Joseph Brownlow, his widowed mother, and an orphan girl named Caroline Allen, who becomes an integral part of their lives. The novel explores themes of compassion, love, and family dynamics in 19th-century England, highlighting the transformative power of kindness and the complexities of familial relationships.
