Patsy (1912) - Samuel Rutherford Crockett - Bog

Patsy is a novel written by Samuel Rutherford Crockett and published in 1912. The story is set in the Scottish countryside and follows the life of a young girl named Patsy. Patsy is a lively and spirited child who is raised by her mother and grandmother after her father dies. She spends her days running barefoot through the fields and playing with her friends.As Patsy grows older, she becomes increasingly aware of the poverty and hardship that surrounds her. She dreams of a better life and sets her sights on leaving the countryside and making a name for herself in the city. However, her plans are put on hold when she falls in love with a local boy named Tam.Despite their love for each other, Patsy and Tam face many challenges. Tam is a farmer's son and his family disapproves of their relationship. Patsy's mother and grandmother are also against the match, believing that Patsy deserves a better life than what Tam can offer.As Patsy navigates the complexities of love and family, she also confronts the harsh realities of life in rural Scotland. She witnesses the struggles of the working class and experiences the pain of loss and heartbreak.Patsy is a poignant and beautifully written novel that explores themes of love, family, and social class. Crockett's vivid descriptions of the Scottish countryside and its people bring the story to life, and his characters are complex and deeply human. Patsy is a timeless tale that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.