A sweeping multigenerational saga of ambition, loss, and renewal in the American South after war.
Robert E. Ballard’s Myrtle Lawn: A Southern Legacy follows a family through decades of change, as they build, lose, and rebuild after the Civil War. Across generations, love, resolve, and hard choices shape a world where success tests loyalties and memory shapes future dreams. This edition presents a richly drawn portrait of resilience, ambition, and the costs and rewards of rebuilding a life and a legacy.
Through the eyes of a determined merchant family, the story blends social change, personal sacrifice, and the enduring pull of home. It portrays the tensions of ambition and the pull of family bonds as a new era begins to take shape in a region healing from war.
Ideal for readers who enjoy sweeping Southern sagas, character-driven tales, and stories about rebuilding after conflict.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Set against the backdrop of a nation healing from the wounds of the Civil War, this book delves into the lives of two families intertwined by friendship and love. Edwin Melton, a wealthy and ambitious merchant, envisions a prestigious future for his son, Henry. Meanwhile, at the idyllic Myrtle Lawn, the Evarts family navigates life with warmth and kindness, their happiness centered around the innocent and captivating Jeannette. As Henry and Jeannette's childhood friendship blossoms into love, they face challenges posed by societal expectations and personal aspirations. The narrative explores themes of ambition, family bonds, and the enduring power of love amidst adversity. Secrets from the past and unforeseen obstacles test the strength of their connection, leading to a captivating exploration of human emotions and the complexities of relationships. Through vivid descriptions and compelling characters, the author paints a picture of a society grappling with the aftermath of conflict while individuals strive for personal fulfillment. This book offers a poignant reflection on the human spirit's resilience and the enduring search for happiness in a world marked by both joy and sorrow. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282059613_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282059613
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282059613
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)