Publisher's Synopsis
Maris Stella is a novel written by Marie Clothilde Balfour and originally published in 1896. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Stella who is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in a small coastal town in England after the death of her parents.Stella is a kind and gentle girl who quickly becomes a beloved member of the community. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she meets a young man named Guy, who is the son of a wealthy businessman. Despite their different social backgrounds, Stella and Guy fall deeply in love.Their relationship is complicated by Guy's father, who disapproves of their relationship and tries to keep them apart. Meanwhile, Stella's aunt and uncle have their own secrets and struggles that threaten to tear their family apart.As the story unfolds, Stella and Guy must navigate their way through a series of challenges and obstacles in order to be together. Along the way, they discover the true meaning of love, sacrifice, and forgiveness.Maris Stella is a timeless tale of love and redemption that will captivate readers of all ages. Balfour's vivid descriptions of the English coast and her richly drawn characters make this a must-read for anyone who loves classic literature.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.
