Publisher's Synopsis
The Marriage of Esther is a novel written by Guy Newell Boothby and published in 1895. The story is set in London and follows the life of Esther, a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. Esther's father, a wealthy businessman, arranges the marriage to further his own interests, despite Esther's objections.The novel explores the themes of love, duty, and sacrifice as Esther struggles to come to terms with her new life. She is torn between her loyalty to her family and her desire for freedom and happiness.As the story unfolds, Esther's husband, a cold and calculating man, reveals his true nature and becomes increasingly abusive towards her. Esther finds solace in the company of a young artist, who is also struggling to find his place in the world.The Marriage of Esther is a gripping tale of love and betrayal, and the consequences of making choices based on duty rather than desire. It is a timeless story 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.
