Marbleside: Or The Widow And Her Family (1880)

By Religious Tract Society

Book Overview

Marbleside: Or The Widow And Her Family is a novel published in 1880 by the Religious Tract Society. The story revolves around a widow and her family who live in a village called Marbleside. The family consists of the widow, her two sons, and her daughter. The novel portrays the struggles and challenges faced by the family as they try to make ends meet and lead a decent life.The eldest son, Tom, is a hardworking and responsible young man who takes care of the family and works as a carpenter. The younger son, Harry, is a reckless and impulsive young man who often gets into trouble. The daughter, Lucy, is a kind and caring young woman who helps her mother with household chores.The novel also introduces several other characters who play important roles in the story. These characters include the village doctor, the local parson, and a wealthy landowner who takes an interest in the family.Throughout the novel, the family faces various challenges, including financial difficulties, illness, and social stigma. However, they persevere and remain committed to each other, relying on their faith and the support of their community.Marbleside: Or The Widow And Her Family is a heartwarming and uplifting story that highlights the importance of family, community, and faith in overcoming adversity. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1120322502
• ISBN13: 9781120322500
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"