Ralph And Bruno (1875)

Ralph And Bruno is a novel written by Mary Bramston and first published in 1875. The book tells the story of two young boys, Ralph and Bruno, who are friends and live in a rural English village. The boys come from very different backgrounds - Ralph is the son of a wealthy landowner, while Bruno is the son of a poor farmer. Despite their differences, the boys form a strong bond and spend their days exploring the countryside and getting into mischief.As they grow older, Ralph and Bruno's friendship is tested by their differing social statuses and the expectations of their families. Ralph is expected to follow in his father's footsteps and become a gentleman, while Bruno is expected to work on his family's farm. The boys struggle to reconcile their friendship with the expectations placed upon them by society.The novel explores themes of class, friendship, and the constraints of society. It is also a coming-of-age story, as Ralph and Bruno navigate the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world. Through their experiences, the boys learn important lessons about loyalty, honesty, and the true meaning of friendship.Overall, Ralph And Bruno is a charming and poignant novel that captures the spirit of rural English life in the 19th century. It is a timeless tale of friendship and the power of human connection, and remains a beloved classic of English literature.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.