Under The Old Elms (1895)

By Mary Bucklin Claflin and Mary B. Clafin

Book Overview

Under The Old Elms is a novel written by Mary B. Clafin in 1895. The story is set in a small New England town and follows the lives of two sisters, Lucy and Lizzie, who live with their widowed mother. The sisters are very different from each other: Lucy is quiet, reserved, and dutiful, while Lizzie is outgoing, impulsive, and rebellious. The novel explores their relationships with each other, their mother, and the men in their lives. The book also delves into the themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations. Lucy is courted by a wealthy young man named Frank, but she is hesitant to marry him because she is not sure if she loves him. Lizzie, on the other hand, falls in love with a poor artist named Jack, who is not accepted by their mother. The novel also touches upon the issues of class and gender roles in the late 19th century.Throughout the book, the sisters find solace and comfort under the old elms in their yard, where they often retreat to think and reflect. The trees serve as a symbol of stability and continuity in their lives, even as they face uncertain futures.Overall, Under The Old Elms is a poignant and insightful portrayal of family dynamics and societal norms in a bygone era.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: 1164059165
• ISBN13: 9781164059165
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"