Side Winds (1861)

Side Winds is a novel written by Morton Rae and published in 1861. The story is set in England and follows the lives of two families, the Mertons and the Lesters. The Mertons are a wealthy family who live in a grand country house, while the Lesters are a humble family who live in a small cottage nearby.The novel explores the themes of love, class, and societal expectations. The Mertons' daughter, Edith, falls in love with the son of the Lesters, Arthur. However, their love is frowned upon by society due to the class difference between the two families. The novel also delves into the complicated relationships between family members and the challenges they face in maintaining them.As the story unfolds, the characters face various obstacles and challenges, including financial difficulties, illness, and societal pressure. The novel highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and following one's heart, even in the face of adversity.Overall, Side Winds is a captivating novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of families living in 19th century England. It is a story of love, family, and the struggles that come with societal expectations.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.