A Golden Autumn (1896)

By Mrs. Alexander

Book Overview

A Golden Autumn is a novel written by Mrs. Alexander and published in 1896. The story follows the lives of several characters living in the English countryside during the autumn season. The main characters are the wealthy and respected Lady Adela Lisle and her daughter, Maud. Lady Adela is a kind and generous woman who is loved by all who know her. Maud, on the other hand, is spoiled and selfish, and her mother worries that she will never find true happiness.As the autumn progresses, the lives of the characters become intertwined in unexpected ways. Maud falls in love with a young artist named Guy, but their relationship is threatened by the disapproval of Lady Adela and the meddling of Maud's jealous cousin, Bertha. Meanwhile, Lady Adela's longtime friend, Sir John, finds himself falling in love with a young widow named Mrs. Lacy.Throughout the novel, the beauty of the autumn season is described in vivid detail, providing a backdrop for the characters' struggles and triumphs. As the leaves begin to fall and the days grow shorter, the characters must confront their own desires and fears, ultimately learning valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the importance of living in the present moment.A Golden Autumn is a classic novel of the Victorian era, offering a glimpse into the lives and social customs of the time. It is a charming and heartwarming story that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and romance.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437454488
• ISBN13: 9781437454482
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"