The Shadow On The Hearth is a heart-wrenching book written by a bereaved parent in 1858. The author shares their personal experience of losing their beloved children and the pain and grief that followed. The book is a collection of letters and poems that the author wrote to cope with their loss and to find solace in their faith.The title of the book refers to the shadow that the author felt on their hearth, which represents the absence of their children. The author talks about how their life changed after losing their children and how they struggled to come to terms with their loss. They also write about their belief in God and how they found comfort in their faith during this difficult time.The book is a poignant and moving account of the experience of losing a child and the impact it has on a parent. It is a powerful reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment we have with our loved ones. The Shadow On The Hearth is a must-read for anyone who has experienced the loss of a child or knows someone who has. It is a touching tribute to the author's children and a testament to the power of love and faith in times of grief.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.