Publisher's Synopsis
The Pearl of Love: Or Josey's Gift is a novel written by Madeline Leslie and published in 1868. The story follows the life of a young girl named Josey, who is gifted a beautiful pearl necklace by her father. The necklace is said to have magical powers and is believed to bring good luck and love to its wearer.As Josey grows up, she falls in love with a young man named Walter, but their relationship is threatened by a jealous rival who also desires the pearl necklace. The story takes several twists and turns as Josey tries to navigate her way through the challenges of love and the dangers of greed.The novel is set in the mid-19th century and provides a vivid description of life during that period. It also explores themes such as the power of love, the dangers of jealousy, and the importance of family and friendship.Overall, The Pearl of Love: Or Josey's Gift is a heartwarming tale that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a timeless story that continues to captivate readers more than 150 years after its initial publication.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.
