Other Folk's Lives (1869)

Other Folk's Lives is a novel written by Menella Bute Smedley and first published in 1869. The story revolves around a young woman named Edith Morland, who is forced to leave her comfortable life in London and move to a small village in the countryside after her father's death. In the village, she meets a variety of characters, including the wealthy but unhappy Lady Charlotte, the kind-hearted but impoverished Miss Fanny, and the mysterious and brooding Mr. Dorrien. As Edith becomes more involved in the lives of these people, she begins to learn about the complexities of human relationships and the struggles that people face in their daily lives. The novel is a thoughtful exploration of social class, gender roles, and the nature of love and friendship. Smedley's writing is characterized by its sensitivity and insight into human nature, and her characters are richly drawn and memorable. Other Folk's Lives is a timeless work of literature 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.