Storm And Calm On The Downs (1884)

By Ellen E Lushington

Book Overview

Storm And Calm On The Downs is a novel written by Ellen E. Lushington in 1884. The story is set in the English countryside, specifically on the Downs, a range of chalk hills in southern England. The novel follows the lives of two families, the Selbys and the Winstons, who are both living on the Downs. The Selbys are a wealthy family who own a large estate, while the Winstons are a poorer family who work on the land.The novel explores the relationships between the two families, as well as their individual struggles and triumphs. The Selby family is led by the stern and controlling Mrs. Selby, who is determined to maintain her family's wealth and status. Her daughter, Edith, is a kind and gentle young woman who is torn between her duty to her family and her desire for independence and love.The Winston family is led by the hardworking and honest Mr. Winston, who is determined to provide for his family despite their financial struggles. His daughter, Alice, is a strong and independent young woman who is determined to make her own way in the world.Throughout the novel, the families face various challenges, including financial difficulties, romantic entanglements, and family secrets. The story is filled with both moments of storm and calm, as the characters navigate their way through the ups and downs of life on the Downs.Overall, Storm And Calm On The Downs is a captivating novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into life in the English countryside during the late 19th century.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: 1164936093
• ISBN13: 9781164936091
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"