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Unique Elements Historical Outline of 20th Century America About Revisit the timeless classic "The Shuttle" by Frances Hodgson Burnett, first published in 1907. This touching novel follows the life of a wealthy American heiress, who after being widowed, returns to her native... Read Full Overview

No man knew when the Shuttle began its slow and heavy weaving from shore to shore, that it was held and guided by the great hand of Fate. Fate alone saw the meaning of the web it wove, the might of it, and its place in the making of a world's history. Men thought but little of... Read Full Overview

This book is one of the classic book of all time.

The Shuttle by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a compelling tale of resilience and renewal. Following the journey of an American heiress who endeavors to rescue her sister from an oppressive English marriage, this novel explores themes of courage, love, and the transformative power... Read Full Overview

Excerpt: ...have the power to spend thousands of guineas on tiger skins, Oriental rugs, and other beauties, barrenness is easily transformed. The drawing-room wore a changed aspect, and at a first glance it was to be seen that in poor little Lady Anstruthers, as she had generally... Read Full Overview

First published in 1907, The Shuttle begins with the marriage of Rosy, a heiress from New York, to Sir Nigel who despises Americans but has entrapped her for her money. Back in England, he abuses her psychologically and physically until she turns over most of her money to him... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

No man knew when the Shuttle began its slow and heavy weaving from shore to shore, that it was held and guided by the great hand of Fate. Fate alone saw the meaning of the web it wove, the might of it, and its place in the making of a world's history. Men thought but little of... Read Full Overview

The Shuttle, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future... Read Full Overview

Sir Nigel Anstruthers comes to New York in search of an heiress, as he no longer has enough money to keep up his estate, Stornham Court. He marries the pretty and cosseted Rosalie Vanderpoel, the daughter of an American millionaire. But on their return to England, Nigel and his... Read Full Overview