Afterward (1885)

Afterward is a novel written by Emilie Searchfield and originally published in 1885. The book tells the story of a young woman named Edith who is left alone in the world after the death of her mother. Edith is taken in by her wealthy aunt and uncle, who provide her with a comfortable life but also expect her to conform to their strict social expectations.Despite her efforts to fit in, Edith struggles to find her place in society and feels increasingly isolated. She becomes drawn to a young man named Arthur, who is also an outsider in their social circle. As their relationship deepens, Edith must navigate the expectations of her family and the challenges of being a woman in a society that values conformity above all else.Afterward is a poignant exploration of the tensions between individuality and social conformity, as well as a portrait of a young woman's struggle to find her own voice in a world that often seeks to silence her. With its vivid characters and richly detailed setting, this classic novel remains a timeless meditation on the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in life.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.