The Love Affairs Of An Old Maid (1893)

The Love Affairs of an Old Maid is a novel written by Lilian Bell and published in 1893. The story revolves around the life of a middle-aged woman named Miss Belinda Bassett who is referred to as an old maid. She is a kind-hearted, intelligent, and independent woman who has never married. However, she has had many suitors throughout her life, but she has always chosen to remain single.The novel is set in a small town in the United States during the late 19th century. The story begins with Miss Bassett receiving a marriage proposal from a wealthy and prominent businessman in the town named Mr. Horace Endicott. She is surprised by the proposal and is unsure about her feelings towards him. As the story progresses, she finds herself attracted to him but is still hesitant to accept his proposal.The novel explores the themes of love, marriage, and social norms. It highlights the societal pressures that women faced during that time to get married and the stigma attached to being an old maid. The story also sheds light on the challenges faced by women who chose to remain single and pursue their careers.Overall, The Love Affairs of an Old Maid is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that portrays the struggles of a woman who defies societal norms and chooses to live life on her own terms. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers even 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.