John Forsyth's Aunts (1901) - Eliza Orne White - Bog

John Forsyth's Aunts is a novel written by Eliza Orne White and originally published in 1901. The story follows the lives of two elderly sisters, Miss Abby and Miss Charlotte Forsyth, who live in a small New England town. They are known for their eccentricities and their love for their nephew, John, who comes to visit them every summer.When John brings his new wife, Edith, to meet his aunts, they are initially skeptical of her. However, Edith quickly wins them over with her charm and intelligence. The three become close friends and spend many happy summers together.As the years pass, John and Edith's marriage begins to falter, and they eventually divorce. The aunts remain loyal to both of them, but they are saddened by the loss of their happy family. When John falls ill, the aunts come to his aid, and their love and support help him to recover.Throughout the novel, White explores themes of family, loyalty, and the importance of human connection. The aunts are portrayed as strong and independent women who are unafraid to speak their minds and stand up for what they believe in. Their love for each other and for John is a testament to the power of familial bonds.Overall, John Forsyth's Aunts is a heartwarming and uplifting novel that celebrates the enduring power of love and family.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.