Flowers Of The Forest (1843)

Flowers of the Forest is a novel written by Mary Martha Sherwood and originally published in 1843. The story follows the lives of two sisters, Ellen and Jane, who are raised in a strict and religious household in rural England. Ellen is the obedient and pious daughter, while Jane is more independent and rebellious. When their father dies, the sisters are sent to live with their uncle, a wealthy landowner who lives in a grand estate. While Ellen thrives in the opulent surroundings and becomes a favorite of her uncle, Jane struggles to fit in and finds herself drawn to a young man who is not of their social class. As the sisters navigate their new lives, they must confront their own desires and the societal expectations placed upon them. Flowers of the Forest is a classic tale of love, family, and the clash of social classes in 19th century England.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.