The Shorn Lamb (1922)

The Shorn Lamb is a novel written by Emma Speed Sampson and first published in 1922. The story is set in a small town in the American South during the early 20th century and follows the life of a young woman named Lorraine. Lorraine is the daughter of a wealthy family, but her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a man from the wrong side of the tracks. As Lorraine struggles to navigate the disapproval of her family and the social norms of the time, she finds herself facing a series of difficult choices. Along the way, she must confront her own prejudices and biases, as well as the racism and classism that permeate her community. The novel is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. It offers a vivid portrait of life in the American South during a time of great social change, and it remains a powerful reminder of the enduring power of love and human connection.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.