Edith’s Story

Edith Sommerville illustration

CHAPTER FIVE

To your delight, “Edward Sommerville” proves very successful.

You wish you could write under your own name, but you can’t help but giggle when editors describe you as “clever, insightful, and a first-rate mind!”

At first, your family is bewildered by your dedication to journalism, but even your brothers come to admire you.

“Edward” becomes a respected political journalist, known for compassionate coverage of poverty and Confederation.

You think Confederation is a necessary political step for Canada, and you plan to attend a celebration party in Black Creek. But you won’t just be dancing — you’ll be taking notes for a future article, glad to be doing good.

THE END

What’s next? Find out what happened to Edith after Confederation.