Widow Guthrie - Richard Malcolm Johnston - Bog

Widow Guthrie: A Novel is a literary work written by Richard Malcolm Johnston and first published in 1890. The story is set in the rural South of the United States during the late 1800s and centers around the life of the titular character, Widow Guthrie. The novel explores themes of poverty, family, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving world.Widow Guthrie is a strong and resilient woman who has been left to raise her three children alone after the death of her husband. Despite facing many challenges and setbacks, she remains determined to provide for her family and keep them together. However, when her youngest son falls ill and requires expensive medical treatment, Widow Guthrie must turn to her wealthy and estranged brother-in-law for help.The novel is a poignant and moving portrayal of a woman's struggle to overcome adversity and provide for her family in a society that often undervalues and oppresses women. It is also a powerful commentary on the social and economic inequalities that exist in America and the need for compassion and understanding towards those who are less fortunate.Overall, Widow Guthrie: A Novel is a timeless work of American literature that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit and a reminder of the importance of family, community, and compassion.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.