The Substance Of His House (1914)

The Substance Of His House is a novel written by Ruth Holt Boucicault in 1914. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Margaret, who is the daughter of a wealthy businessman. Margaret is engaged to a man named Arthur, who is also from a wealthy family. However, her life takes a drastic turn when she discovers that her father's business is built on fraud and deception.As Margaret struggles to come to terms with her father's actions, she begins to question her own values and beliefs. She is torn between her loyalty to her family and her desire to do what is right. Along the way, Margaret meets a man named John, who helps her navigate the complexities of her situation.The novel explores themes of morality, family, and the consequences of one's actions. It is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged story that will leave readers questioning their own beliefs and values. The Substance Of His House is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.