The Marryers

""The Marryers: A History Gathered From A Brief Of The Honorable Socrates Potter"" is a novel by Irving Bacheller. The book is set in the early 19th century and follows the story of Socrates Potter, a lawyer from a small town in upstate New York. The novel is presented as a collection of stories and anecdotes gathered from a brief that Potter left behind after his death.The book explores the lives and loves of the people of the town, focusing on their marriages and the ways in which they navigate the challenges and joys of married life. Through Potter's brief, the reader is introduced to a cast of colorful characters, including a wealthy widow who marries a much younger man, a couple who fall in love despite their families' objections, and a woman who must choose between two suitors.Bacheller's writing is characterized by his vivid descriptions of the town and its inhabitants, as well as his insightful observations about human nature and the complexities of relationships. ""The Marryers"" is a charming and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into a bygone era and the timeless struggles of the heart.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.