The Flower Of The Family

The Flower of the Family: A Tale of Domestic Life is a novel written by Elizabeth Prentiss and first published in 1866. The story follows the life of a young woman named Lily, who is considered the ""flower"" of her family due to her beauty, grace, and kindness. Lily is the youngest of three sisters and is adored by her parents and siblings.The novel explores the themes of family, love, and marriage in the Victorian era. Lily is courted by two men, the wealthy and handsome Arthur and the kind and devoted Frank. As she navigates her feelings for both men, she also grapples with the expectations placed on her as a woman in society.Throughout the novel, Lily's family faces various challenges, including financial struggles and illness. The story highlights the importance of family support and the strength that can be found in difficult times.The Flower of the Family is a heartwarming and insightful portrayal of domestic life in the 19th century. It offers a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of the time, while also celebrating the power of love and family bonds.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.