Pud Pringle, Pirate 9789370816572 Shorthouse masterfully weaves themes of

Shorthouse masterfully weaves themes of faith

A selection of Confucius' sayings on each of the book's several subjects

the stories also shed light on the strength and resilience women demonstrate as they navigate these difficulties

he grapples with questions of identity

Raised in humble circumstances after the loss of his parents

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