Daughter Of The Soil (1900)

A Daughter of the Soil is a novel written by M. E. Francis and first published in 1900. The story is set in rural England and follows the life of a young woman named Dorcas Arkwright. Dorcas is the daughter of a farmer and grows up on the family farm, learning the ways of the land and the animals that live there. She is strong-willed and independent, but also kind-hearted and compassionate.As Dorcas grows up, she faces many challenges and struggles. She falls in love with a man who is not accepted by her family, and she must decide whether to follow her heart or stay loyal to her family. She also faces financial difficulties and must find a way to save the family farm from bankruptcy.Throughout the novel, Dorcas is portrayed as a symbol of the land itself, with her strength and resilience reflecting the strength and resilience of the soil. The book explores themes of love, family, tradition, and the power of nature.Overall, A Daughter of the Soil is a classic novel that captures the essence of rural life in England at the turn of the 20th century. It is a timeless story of love and perseverance that is sure to resonate with 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.