Publisher's Synopsis
Herb of Grace is a novel written by Rosa Nouchette Carey. The story is set in the Victorian era and revolves around the life of a young woman named Grace Ashley. Grace is the daughter of a wealthy businessman and lives a sheltered life in London. However, her life takes a drastic turn when her father dies and she is left with no means of support.Grace is forced to leave her comfortable life and move to a small village in the countryside to live with her aunt. There, she meets a young doctor named Herbert Ross and the two quickly become friends. As Grace adjusts to her new life, she learns to appreciate the simple pleasures of rural living and develops a deep affection for Herbert.However, their relationship is threatened by the arrival of a wealthy suitor who is determined to win Grace's hand in marriage. As Grace struggles to choose between her heart and her duty, she must also confront the secrets of her past and the truth about her father's business dealings.Herb of Grace is a heartwarming tale of love, loss, and redemption. It explores themes of social class, family, and the sacrifices we make for those we love. With its vivid descriptions of Victorian England and its relatable characters, this novel is a timeless classic that will appeal to readers of all ages.""You may as well shut your mouth, Caleb, if you have got nothing better to say than that, and if you have not eyes to see the dear lamb is dwindling more and more every day in this cellar of a place. 'Plenty of fresh air and light, ' says the doctor, 'and as much nourishment as you can get her to swallow, ' and all the winter we have to burn gas or sit in darkness through the livelong day, and the fog choking the breath out of one.""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.
