Publisher's Synopsis
The Shadow of the Past is a historical fiction novel written by Florence Ethel Mills Young and first published in 1919. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the life of a young woman named Margaret, who is forced to leave her home in England and travel to America after her father's death. Margaret is accompanied by her mother and sister, and together they embark on a journey that takes them across the Atlantic Ocean.Once in America, Margaret must adjust to a new way of life and face numerous challenges, including financial difficulties and the prejudices of the American colonists towards the British. She also finds herself caught up in the political turmoil of the time, as tensions between the colonists and the British government escalate towards the American Revolution.As Margaret navigates these challenges, she is haunted by the shadow of her past and the secrets that she has been forced to keep hidden. With the help of new friends and allies, Margaret must confront her past and find a way to move forward in a world that is rapidly changing around her.The Shadow of the Past is a compelling tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the backdrop of one of the most significant periods in American history. It offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution and the experiences of those caught up in its tumultuous events.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.
