Publisher's Synopsis
The Widow Wyse is a novel written by Helen Marr Bean and published in 1884. Set in the late 19th century, it tells the story of a young widow named Mary Wyse who is struggling to make ends meet after the death of her husband. Mary is left with a young daughter and no means of support, and she must navigate the challenges of being a single mother in a society that does not value women's independence.As Mary tries to rebuild her life, she faces a series of obstacles and setbacks. She is forced to take in boarders to make ends meet, but these tenants prove to be difficult and demanding. She also faces pressure from her family to remarry, but she is hesitant to give up her hard-won independence.Throughout the novel, Mary's strength and resilience are tested as she tries to provide for her daughter and build a new life for herself. She must confront her own fears and insecurities, as well as the prejudices of those around her. Ultimately, she learns to trust in herself and her own abilities, and she finds a way to make a life for herself and her daughter on her own terms.The Widow Wyse is a powerful and moving novel that explores themes of independence, resilience, and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate 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.
