On The Banks Of The Ouse - Emma Marshall - Bog

On The Banks Of The Ouse: Or Life In Olney A Hundred Years Ago is a historical fiction book written by Emma Marshall and published in 1888. The story is set in the town of Olney, England, during the late 18th century and follows the life of a young girl named Mary Burton. Mary lives with her family in a small cottage by the river Ouse and the book describes the daily life of the family and the community around them.The book explores the themes of family, love, and community as Mary navigates her way through the trials and tribulations of growing up in a small town. The story also touches on the religious and social norms of the time, as well as the impact of industrialization on rural communities.The author, Emma Marshall, was known for her historical fiction novels set in rural England during the 18th and 19th centuries. On The Banks Of The Ouse is one of her most popular works and is considered a classic of English literature. It provides readers with a vivid and detailed glimpse into the daily life of a bygone era and is a must-read for anyone interested in history or literature.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.