The Root of All Evil
1911
The Root of All Evil, published in 1911 by J. S. Fletcher, is a detective and mystery novel set in early 20th century England. The story revolves around the Farnish family, particularly the two daughters, Jecholiah (Jeckie) and Jerusha (Rushie), as they struggle to save their father's failing farm, Applecroft, from financial ruin. The novel addresses themes of poverty, familial responsibility, and resilience in the face of adversity, highlighting Jeckie's determination to secure a better future for her family amidst their dire circumstances.
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“Nay, child!" she exclaimed. "It's over soon for that game! Eleven already, and naught done for dinner. Get those pots washed up, Rushie, and then see to the potatoes. Father'll none be so long before he's home; and there'll be Doadie Bartle and him for their dinners at twelve o'clock. Come on, now!" "I'm tired," said Rushie, as she slowly rose, and began to clear up the untidy table. "We've never done in this house!" "So'm I," retorted Jeckie. "But what's that to do with it when there's things to be done? Hurry up now, while I look after those fowls; they've never been seen to this morning.””
— J. S. Fletcher
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