""Life's Common Way"" is a novel written by Annie Eliot Trumbull. The book tells the story of a young woman named Mary Ware who is orphaned at a young age and must navigate the challenges of life on her own. As Mary grows up, she faces various obstacles including poverty, illness, and heartbreak. However, she remains determined to make a better life for herself and those around her. Along the way, she meets a cast of characters who help her on her...