A Balance Of Destiny (1911)

By Martha Jane Garvin

Book Overview

A Balance of Destiny is a historical novel written by Martha Jane Garvin and published in 1911. The story is set in the late 18th century, during the American Revolutionary War. It follows the life of a young woman named Mary, who is torn between her loyalty to her family and her love for a British soldier.Mary is a Quaker, and her family is strongly opposed to the war. However, when she meets the charming and handsome British soldier, Captain Richard Carlton, she finds herself drawn to him despite their opposing sides. As the war rages on, Mary must navigate her conflicting loyalties and the dangers of war, all while trying to maintain her faith and uphold her family's beliefs.The novel is a vivid portrayal of life during the American Revolution, with detailed descriptions of battles, political tensions, and the struggles of ordinary people caught in the middle of the conflict. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and faith, as Mary grapples with the difficult choices she must make.Overall, A Balance of Destiny is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution and the people who lived through it.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164516183
• ISBN13: 9781164516187
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"