The Burning Question (1913)

By Grace Denio Litchfield

Book Overview

The Burning Question is a historical novel written by Grace Denio Litchfield and published in 1913. The story is set in the early 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Isabel, who is torn between her duty to her family and her desire for independence and love. Isabel is a strong-willed and intelligent woman who dreams of pursuing her passion for writing, but her family expects her to marry a wealthy man and live a traditional life. When she meets a charming and ambitious young man named Robert, Isabel falls in love and must decide whether to follow her heart or obey her family's wishes. The novel explores themes of love, family, duty, and societal expectations. It also provides a glimpse into the cultural and social norms of the time period, including the expectations placed on women and the challenges they faced in pursuing their dreams. Overall, The Burning Question is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the struggles of women in the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, women's literature, or social commentary.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: 1166998894
• ISBN13: 9781166998899
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"