'Tilda Jane: An Orphan in Search of a Home' is a children's novel by Marshall Saunders, first published in 1901. The story follows 'Tilda Jane, a spirited orphan who escapes from an asylum to find a place where she can feel safe and loved, accompanied by her dog, Gippie. As she navigates her adventures across the Canadian-American border, 'Tilda encounters various challenges and characters, including the irritable Hank Dillson in Ciscasset, Maine. This work is notable for its early exploration of themes such as independence, belonging, and animal welfare, predating other classic orphan narratives like 'Anne of Green Gables.'
