Fate At The Door (1895)

By Jessie Van Zile Belden

Book Overview

Fate At The Door is a novel written by Jessie Van Zile Belden in 1895. Set in the late 19th century, the story follows the life of a young woman named Ruth, who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life after her father's sudden death. Ruth's father was a wealthy businessman who left behind a large estate and a thriving business. However, his sudden death leaves Ruth and her mother in a precarious financial situation. Ruth is forced to take on the responsibility of running the family business, which proves to be a daunting task for a young woman in a male-dominated society.As Ruth tries to navigate the challenges of running a business, she also finds herself caught up in a love triangle between two men - a charming but untrustworthy businessman and a kind-hearted doctor. Ruth must choose between her heart and her head as she tries to find her place in the world and secure her family's future.Fate At The Door is a gripping tale of love, loss, and the struggle for survival in a rapidly changing world. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and economic realities of the late 19th century and the challenges faced by women in that era. With its vivid characters and intricate plot, this novel is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers more than a century after its initial publication.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: 1104055368
• ISBN13: 9781104055363
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"