Hyssop: A Novel (1916)

Hyssop: A Novel is a book written by Michael T. H. Sadler and published in 1916. The novel is set in the English countryside and follows the story of a young woman named Mary Lavender. Mary is a gentle and kind-hearted woman who has spent her entire life caring for her sickly mother. When her mother dies, Mary is left alone and must find a way to support herself.Mary's life takes a turn when she meets a wealthy landowner named Arthur Lawton. Arthur is immediately taken with Mary's beauty and kindness, and soon the two become close friends. As their friendship deepens, Mary begins to fall in love with Arthur.However, their relationship is not without obstacles. Arthur is engaged to a wealthy socialite named Edith, and his family disapproves of his friendship with Mary. Despite these challenges, Mary and Arthur continue to see each other in secret.As the novel progresses, Mary must navigate the complexities of love and society, and she must decide whether to pursue her feelings for Arthur or to let him go. Along the way, she learns about the power of forgiveness and the importance of following one's heart.Overall, Hyssop: A Novel is a classic tale of love and loss set against the backdrop of the English countryside. It is a timeless story that explores themes of class, morality, and the human experience.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.