Publisher's Synopsis
Emmeline is a novel written by Elsie Singmaster and published in 1916. The book follows the life of Emmeline, a young woman growing up in rural Pennsylvania in the mid-19th century. Emmeline is the daughter of a poor farmer and is raised in a strict, religious household. Despite her difficult upbringing, Emmeline is determined to make a better life for herself and her family.As she grows older, Emmeline becomes increasingly interested in education and begins to study on her own. She also falls in love with a young man named John, who shares her passion for learning. Together, they dream of a future where they can be together and pursue their academic interests.However, Emmeline's dreams are threatened when her father falls ill and the family's financial situation becomes dire. Emmeline must choose between her own desires and the needs of her family, and she must navigate the challenges of poverty, illness, and societal expectations in order to find a way forward.Emmeline is a timeless tale of perseverance, love, and the pursuit of knowledge. Singmaster's vivid descriptions of rural life in the 19th century paint a rich and detailed picture of a bygone era, while her themes of ambition, sacrifice, and family resonate just as strongly today as they did over a century ago.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.
