Lydia Of The Pines (1917)

Lydia of the Pines is a novel written by Honore Willsie, first published in 1917. The story is set in the small town of Pineville, located in the heart of the pine forests of the American Midwest. The main character, Lydia Orr, is a young woman who has grown up in the town and is known for her beauty and her kind heart.Lydia's life is turned upside down when she falls in love with a wealthy young man named Bob Dexter. Bob is from a prominent family and is expected to marry someone of his own social standing. Despite this, Lydia and Bob continue to see each other in secret, and their love for each other grows stronger.As Lydia and Bob's relationship deepens, they are faced with a number of challenges. Lydia's father is a proud and stubborn man who disapproves of Bob and his family. Additionally, Bob's mother is determined to break up the relationship and arrange a marriage for her son with someone more suitable.Despite these obstacles, Lydia and Bob remain committed to each other and continue to fight for their love. Along the way, they are helped by a cast of colorful characters, including Lydia's best friend, Belle, and a wise old woman named Aunt Sally.Lydia of the Pines is a heartwarming and romantic novel that explores themes of love, loyalty, and the importance of staying true to oneself. It is a timeless classic that has been beloved by readers for over a century.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.