
Transcribed from the Alexander Hislop & Company edition by David Price, email ccx074@pglaf.org
THE DAIRYMAN’S DAUGHTER.
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
CHAPTER VIII.
In a modest cottage on the Scottish countryside, the life of a young dairymaid unfolds as a quiet testimony to steadfast faith. Though surrounded by the hardships of poverty, she radiates a gentle devotion that draws the attention of those who hear her story. Her simple prayers and humble acts reveal a depth of spirituality often hidden in the bustle of more affluent society. The narrative invites listeners to see how divine grace can shine brightest in the humblest of homes.
The tale begins when a reverend receives a heartfelt letter from the girl, written amid the sorrow of her sister’s illness and death. Her words, full of earnest hope and reverent longing, convey a conviction that God’s mercy endures even in suffering. Moved by her sincerity, the clergyman becomes determined to visit the dairymaid’s family, seeking to understand the source of such unwavering belief. As the story unfolds, listeners are drawn into a portrait of compassion, humility, and the quiet power of faith in everyday life.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (139K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Oct 24, 2006
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1772–1827
An Anglican clergyman and popular religious writer, he became widely known for stories and tracts that brought evangelical faith into everyday life. His best-known works, including The Dairyman’s Daughter, helped make him one of the most widely read devotional authors of the early 19th century.
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