Publisher's Synopsis
The Flower of the Flock is a novel written by Ellen Ross and published in 1879. Set in Scotland, the story follows the life of a young woman named Margaret, who is the daughter of a shepherd. Margaret is a kind-hearted and hardworking girl who is loved by her family and admired by the people in her community.As she grows older, Margaret falls in love with a young man named David, who is also a shepherd. However, their love is not without obstacles. David is poor and has little to offer Margaret, and her father disapproves of their relationship. Despite these challenges, Margaret and David remain devoted to each other and work hard to earn the respect of those around them.The novel explores themes of love, family, and social class, as well as the challenges faced by those living in rural communities in the 19th century. Through Margaret's story, the author paints a vivid picture of life in Scotland during this time period and offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people.Overall, The Flower of the Flock is a heartwarming and engaging novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and stories about love and perseverance.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.
