Katie: Or The Simple Heart (1887)

By D. Richmond

Book Overview

Katie: Or The Simple Heart is a novel written by D. Richmond and published in 1887. The story follows the life of Katie, a young woman with a kind and simple heart who lives in a small village in England. Despite her lack of education and social status, Katie is beloved by all who know her for her gentle nature and selflessness.As the story unfolds, Katie falls in love with a wealthy young man named Edward, who is drawn to her sincerity and purity of heart. However, their relationship is complicated by the disapproval of Edward's family, who view Katie as beneath their social standing.Despite the obstacles they face, Katie and Edward remain devoted to each other and work to overcome the prejudices of their families and society. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a wise old woman who teaches Katie the value of forgiveness and a group of mischievous children who bring joy and laughter to Katie's life.Throughout the novel, Richmond explores themes of love, class, and the power of kindness. Katie's unwavering goodness and the challenges she faces serve as a reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion in a world that can often be cruel and unforgiving.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: 1166609146
• ISBN13: 9781166609146
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"