Publisher's Synopsis
Surly Bob is a novel written by Louisa C. Silke and was first published in 1881. The book tells the story of Bob, a young man who has a reputation for being surly and difficult to get along with. Despite his demeanor, Bob is a hard worker and is well-respected in his community. The novel takes place in a small town in the United States during the late 1800s. Bob is known for his stubbornness and his unwillingness to compromise. He is often at odds with his family and his neighbors, who find him difficult to deal with. As the story progresses, Bob begins to soften and become more open to the people around him. He falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who helps him to see the value in being kind and understanding. The novel explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the importance of community. It is a heartwarming story that shows how even the most surly and difficult person can change for the better. Silke's writing is engaging and captures the spirit of small-town life in the late 1800s. Overall, Surly Bob is a charming and uplifting novel that is sure to delight readers of all ages. It is a classic tale of personal growth and transformation that still resonates with readers today.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.
