Over Against Green Peak (1909) - Zephine Humphrey - Bog

Over Against Green Peak is a novel written by Zephine Humphrey and published in 1909. The story is set in the late 19th century in a small New England town called Green Peak. The main character is a young woman named Ellen, who is determined to make a life for herself despite the limitations placed on women during that time period.Ellen's father is a wealthy businessman who disapproves of her desire for independence and insists that she marry a man of his choosing. Ellen rebels against her father's wishes and begins a career as a teacher. She falls in love with a young doctor named Robert, but their relationship is complicated by her father's disapproval and Robert's own struggles with his past.As Ellen navigates the challenges of her personal life, she also becomes involved in the social issues of her community, including the treatment of factory workers and the rights of women. She becomes a voice for change and works to make a difference in the lives of those around her.Over Against Green Peak is a classic novel of its time, exploring themes of love, family, and social justice. It is a compelling story of a young woman's struggle for independence and her determination to make a difference in the world.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.