Publisher's Synopsis
An Alabaster Box is a novel written by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. The story is set in a small New England town and follows the life of a young woman named Deborah. Deborah is a quiet and reserved woman who lives with her father, a stern and overbearing man who disapproves of her every move. Despite her father's disapproval, Deborah falls in love with a young man named James and they begin a secret courtship.However, their love is put to the test when Deborah's father becomes ill and she is forced to care for him. As her father's health deteriorates, Deborah must make a difficult decision about her future with James. Along the way, she discovers the true meaning of love, sacrifice, and forgiveness.The novel explores themes of family, duty, and societal expectations. It is a poignant and emotional story that captures the struggles of a young woman trying to find her place in the world. An Alabaster Box is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with 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.
