Publisher's Synopsis
The House of Gladness is a novel written by Emma Sarah Allen and published in 1915. The story is set in the early 1900s and revolves around the life of a young woman named Gladys who lives in a small town in the Midwest. Gladys is a kind-hearted and optimistic person who always sees the good in people. She lives with her parents and siblings in a modest house and works as a teacher in a local school.The novel follows Gladys as she navigates through various challenges in her life, including financial difficulties, romantic relationships, and family conflicts. She falls in love with a young man named Jack, who is a struggling artist. Their relationship is put to the test when Jack's family disapproves of their union, and Gladys is forced to choose between her love for Jack and her loyalty to her family.As Gladys faces these challenges, she learns valuable lessons about love, family, and the importance of staying true to oneself. The House of Gladness is a heartwarming tale of love, family, and the struggles of everyday life. It is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.
