Publisher's Synopsis
The Loved And The Lost is a novel written by William Ross Wallace and published in 1856. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the lives of two young lovers, Alice and Frank, who are torn apart by circumstances beyond their control. Alice is the daughter of a wealthy landowner, while Frank is a poor but ambitious young man who dreams of making a name for himself. Despite their different backgrounds, the two fall deeply in love and plan to marry.However, their plans are disrupted when Alice's father dies suddenly, leaving her penniless and at the mercy of her cruel stepmother. Frank, meanwhile, is forced to leave town to pursue his dreams of success, leaving Alice behind. Over the years, the two lovers face numerous challenges and setbacks, including illness, financial hardship, and the disapproval of society.Despite these obstacles, Alice and Frank never forget their love for each other and continue to hold out hope that they will one day be reunited. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. It is a poignant and emotional story that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.