Sheila Vedder (1911)

By Amelia E. Barr and Barr

Book Overview

Sheila Vedder is a novel written by Amelia Edith Barr and first published in 1911. The story follows the life of the titular character, Sheila Vedder, a young woman who is orphaned at a young age and raised by her strict, religious grandmother. Despite her upbringing, Sheila is determined to live life on her own terms and pursue her dreams of becoming a writer.As she grows older, Sheila finds herself torn between her desire for independence and her love for a man who represents everything her grandmother disapproves of. She must navigate the expectations of society and her own internal struggles as she tries to find her place in the world.The novel is set in the early 20th century and explores themes of love, family, religion, and societal expectations. It is a poignant coming-of-age story that offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of a young woman trying to find her way in a world that is often unforgiving.Overall, Sheila Vedder is a beautifully written and engaging novel that will resonate with readers who appreciate stories of strong, independent women who defy the odds to pursue their dreams.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: 1437125212
• ISBN13: 9781437125214
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"