Driftwood is a novel written by Addie L. Ballou and published in 1899. The story follows the life of a young woman named Ruth, who is orphaned at a young age and left to fend for herself. She is taken in by a wealthy family, but soon realizes that she does not fit in with their world of privilege and luxury. Ruth is determined to make her own way in life and sets out on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters...