Prudence Palfrey And A Rivermouth Romance: The Writings Of Thomas Bailey Aldrich (1907)

Prudence Palfrey And A Rivermouth Romance: The Writings Of Thomas Bailey Aldrich (1907) is a collection of works from American author Thomas Bailey Aldrich. The book includes two of Aldrich's most popular novels, Prudence Palfrey and A Rivermouth Romance, as well as a selection of his short stories and poems.Prudence Palfrey follows the titular character as she navigates the social and romantic landscape of mid-19th century New England. As a young woman of modest means, Prudence must rely on her wit and charm to secure a suitable marriage, all while contending with the expectations of her family and society.A Rivermouth Romance, on the other hand, is a nostalgic and humorous tale of a group of friends spending a summer in a seaside town. The novel explores themes of love, friendship, and coming of age, and is considered one of Aldrich's most beloved works.The collection also includes a selection of Aldrich's short stories, which range from humorous sketches to haunting tales of the supernatural. Additionally, the book features a number of Aldrich's poems, which showcase his skill as a lyricist and his ability to capture the beauty and melancholy of everyday life.Overall, Prudence Palfrey And A Rivermouth Romance: The Writings Of Thomas Bailey Aldrich (1907) is a comprehensive introduction to the work of one of America's most celebrated writers of the late 19th century.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.