The Laurel Walk (1898)

The Laurel Walk is a novel written by Mary Louisa Molesworth and published in 1898. The story follows the life of a young girl named Rosamund who lives with her family in a large country house. Rosamund is a kind and curious girl who loves to explore the surrounding countryside and spend time with her friends.As the story progresses, Rosamund discovers a secret pathway in the woods that leads to a beautiful garden filled with laurel trees. She becomes fascinated with the garden and spends much of her time there, reading and dreaming.However, Rosamund's idyllic life is soon disrupted by a series of events that threaten to destroy her happiness. Her father falls ill, her mother becomes increasingly distant, and a new governess arrives who seems determined to make Rosamund's life miserable.Despite these challenges, Rosamund remains determined to find joy in her life and continue exploring the beautiful garden. With the help of her friends and a mysterious stranger who appears in the woods, she learns to overcome her fears and find happiness in unexpected places.The Laurel Walk is a heartwarming tale of love, friendship, and the power of nature to heal even the most troubled souls. Molesworth's beautiful prose and vivid descriptions of the English countryside make this a timeless classic that will enchant readers of all ages.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.