Evelyn Byrd (1904)

Evelyn Byrd is a novel written by George Cary Eggleston and published in 1904. The story is set in Virginia during the early 18th century and follows the life of the titular character, Evelyn Byrd. Evelyn is a young woman from a wealthy family who is forced to navigate the complexities of colonial society, including arranged marriages and political intrigue. Along the way, she falls in love with a man who is not from her social class and must decide whether to follow her heart or conform to societal expectations. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of life in colonial Virginia, including the role of women, the influence of religion, and the tensions between the colonists and Native Americans. Overall, Evelyn Byrd is a captivating historical novel that offers a glimpse into the social and political dynamics of early colonial America.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.