Publisher's Synopsis
From Hawthorne Hall is an historical story written by William Lyman Johnson in 1885 and published in 1922. The novel is set in the early 19th century and follows the lives of the Hawthorne family, who reside in a grand mansion known as Hawthorne Hall. The story is told from the perspective of the family's youngest daughter, Mary, who witnesses the many trials and tribulations that her family faces.The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the struggle for power and control. Mary's father, a wealthy businessman, is determined to maintain his position of authority in the community, even if it means sacrificing his family's happiness. Mary's mother, on the other hand, is a kind and gentle woman who tries to protect her children from the harsh realities of life.As the story unfolds, Mary falls in love with a young man named George, who is from a lower social class. Their relationship is met with opposition from Mary's father, who disapproves of George's lack of wealth and status. Despite this, Mary and George continue to see each other in secret, and their love for each other grows stronger.Throughout the novel, the Hawthorne family faces many challenges, including financial difficulties, illness, and tragedy. Despite these hardships, Mary remains a strong and resilient character, determined to protect her family and follow her heart.From Hawthorne Hall is a captivating and emotional novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of a wealthy family in the early 19th century. Johnson's vivid descriptions and compelling characters make this historical story a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of family, love, and power.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.
