Gideon's Rock (1871)

Gideon's Rock is a novel written by Katherine Cooper and first published in 1871. The story is set in the small town of Gideon's Rock, where the protagonist, a young woman named Mary, has recently moved with her family. Mary is determined to make a new life for herself in Gideon's Rock, despite the challenges she faces as a newcomer.As Mary settles into her new surroundings, she becomes involved in the lives of the town's residents, including a wealthy but troubled young man named Paul, who is struggling with alcoholism and the expectations of his family. Mary also forms a close friendship with a young woman named Ruth, who is dealing with her own personal struggles.As the story unfolds, Mary and her friends face a number of challenges and obstacles, including illness, financial difficulties, and romantic entanglements. Through it all, Mary remains determined to make a life for herself in Gideon's Rock and to help those around her.Gideon's Rock is a classic novel of small-town life, with a strong emphasis on community, friendship, and the power of perseverance. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers 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.