The Great Salterns (1875) - Sarah Doudney - Bog

The Great Salterns is a novel written by Sarah Doudney in 1875. The story is set in the 19th century and revolves around the lives of two sisters, Constance and Edith, who live in a small village called Salterns. The sisters come from a wealthy family, but their father's business fails, and they are forced to move to a smaller house in the village.Constance, the elder sister, is practical and hardworking, while Edith is more dreamy and romantic. The two sisters are very close, but their personalities often clash. They both fall in love with the same man, a young doctor named Arthur, who is new to the village. Arthur is kind and caring, but he is also ambitious and wants to make a name for himself in the medical profession.As the story unfolds, the sisters face many challenges, including financial difficulties, family conflicts, and romantic dilemmas. They also learn about the harsh realities of life in the village, including poverty, illness, and social injustice. Through it all, they remain loyal to each other and strive to overcome their difficulties.The Great Salterns is a heartwarming tale of love, family, and resilience. It provides a vivid portrayal of life in a small English village in the 19th century and explores themes of class, gender, and social mobility. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers today.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.