Paradise (1905)

Paradise is a novel written by Alice Brown and published in 1905. The story is set in the early 20th century in a small New England town called Paradise. The main character, Deborah, is a young woman who has recently returned to Paradise after living in the city for several years. She is a strong, independent woman who is determined to make a life for herself in her hometown.Deborah's return to Paradise is not without its challenges. She is met with resistance from some of the town's residents who are not used to her modern ways and her desire for independence. However, Deborah is determined to succeed and she sets out to start her own business, a tea shop.As Deborah works to build her business, she becomes involved in the lives of the other residents of Paradise. She develops close relationships with some of the town's women, including a young girl who is struggling with her own independence, and a widow who is trying to rebuild her life after the death of her husband.Throughout the novel, Brown explores themes of independence, community, and the changing roles of women in society. She also depicts the beauty and simplicity of small-town life, while also acknowledging its limitations and challenges.Overall, Paradise is a thoughtful and engaging novel that offers a compelling portrait of a small New England town and the people who call it home.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.