""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, after losing her parents, is forced to live with her strict and unloving aunt. Despite this difficult situation, Mary remains determined to find happiness and meaning in her life. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters who help her on her journey, including a kind-hearted doctor, a wealthy businessman, and a group...