Ethel (1903)

Ethel is a novel written by John Joy Bell and published in 1903. It tells the story of a young woman named Ethel who is torn between two suitors: the wealthy and powerful Sir Gilbert Carstairs and the humble but earnest Frank Maitland. As Ethel navigates the complexities of love and social status, she must also confront the harsh realities of life in early 20th century England, including poverty, class inequality, and the limited opportunities available to women. Along the way, she learns important lessons about the true nature of love, friendship, and personal fulfillment. Through vivid descriptions and compelling characters, Ethel offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era and the struggles faced by those who lived in it.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.