The Love Child (1906)

by Thomas Bailey Clegg

Book Overview

The Love Child is a novel written by Thomas Bailey Clegg and was first published in 1906. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Ruth Lennox. Ruth is the daughter of a wealthy businessman and is engaged to a man named Robert. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that she is pregnant with the child of another man, a man who is already married.Ruth's father is outraged by the news and disowns her, leaving her to fend for herself. She moves to a small town and gives birth to her son, whom she names David. Ruth works hard to provide for her son and eventually becomes a successful businesswoman. However, her past continues to haunt her, and she fears that her secret will be discovered.The Love Child explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption. It highlights the struggles faced by women in the late 19th century, particularly those who were unmarried and pregnant. The novel also portrays the societal norms and expectations of the time and the consequences of going against them.Overall, The Love Child is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the power of forgiveness. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1165120283
• ISBN13: 9781165120284
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"