The Two Altheas (Classic Reprint)

Edith E. Horsman

ISBN 10: 0243314779 / ISBN 13: 9780243314775

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book follows the lives of two families, the Holmes and the Wyntons. Spanning the Victorian era, the novel gives an intimate insight into the everyday life, the joys and sorrows of the two families connected through the marriage of Althea Wynton, a young girl of joy and spirit, and Roy Holmes, a music teacher of talent but limited means. The story begins as Althea leaves her wealthy family and elopes with a man of her own choosing, much to the disapproval of her sisters. What unfolds is a saga that tells of the resilience of the human spirit when facing adversity and societal prejudice in the pursuit of love, hope, and growth. The author provides a unique and empathetic glimpse into the lives of people, who while drastically different in temperament, find their own unique path to fulfillment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9780243314775_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Two Altheas (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0243314779
• ISBN 13: 9780243314775
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Childrens Fiction

About this title

Synopsis

A charming Victorian-era novel about two sisters, their tangled loves, and the search for a true home.

In the opening pages, a wandering afternoon leads readers into a church, a welcoming country house, and the delicate balance between memory and hope. As the story unfolds, the sisters face heartache, family duties, and the tug of modern life against old loyalties.

This edition draws readers into Elm-leigh, a house with a past and a future, where love, pride, and belonging are tested in small, intimate moments. The book blends warm family scenes with a quiet, thoughtful look at what makes a home feel right, and who gets to share it.
What you’ll experience

• A vivid setting that feels lived-in, from sunlit rooms to the quiet dignity of a long family lineage.
• Close-up portraits of two sisters and their different approaches to love and duty.
• Relations between parents, siblings, and a new partner as they negotiate change and tradition.
• Moments of humor, tenderness, and self-discovery that drive the heart of the story.

Ideal for readers who enjoy character-driven historical fiction with strong family ties, gentle romance, and a steady, thoughtful pace.