On The Banks Of The Ouse: Or Life In Olney A Hundred Years Ago is a historical fiction book written by Emma Marshall and published in 1888. The story is set in the town of Olney, England, during the late 18th century and follows the life of a young girl named Mary Burton. Mary lives with her family in a small cottage by the river Ouse and the book describes the daily life of the family and the community around them.The book explores the themes of...