Golden Arrow

Golden Arrow is a novel written by Mary Webb, a British author known for her romantic and descriptive writing style. The book is set in the early 20th century in rural England and follows the story of a young woman named Hazel Woodus. Hazel is a beautiful and headstrong girl who lives with her parents in a small village. She is deeply in love with a man named Jack Reddin, a wealthy landowner who is also her employer. Despite the societal and class differences between them, Hazel and Jack begin a passionate affair that threatens to destroy both of their lives.As their relationship intensifies, Hazel becomes increasingly aware of the power dynamic at play between them. She struggles with her own desires and the expectations of her family and community, as well as the social norms of the time. Meanwhile, Jack's own demons and inner turmoil threaten to consume him, leading him down a dangerous path.Golden Arrow is a complex and nuanced exploration of love, passion, and the consequences of our actions. Webb's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and the characters' inner lives make for a rich and immersive reading experience. The novel is a timeless tale of forbidden love and the complexities of human relationships.The gate clicked and she was there. She had never looked so frail, so provocative; she had never been more purposeful or less desirous of admiration. They went in. Lily was genuinely pleased; after the rambling ruin at home, impossible to keep in order even for more industrious hands than hers, the compact, neat little home was delightful. She thought how easy the work would be. She was not meant for the hardy magnificence of manual labour.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.