The Hollands (1869)
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ISBN10: 1164406671
ISBN13: 9781164406679
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.71
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781164406679
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.71
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Hollands is a novel written by Virginia F. Townsend and first published in 1869. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the lives of the Holland family, who are prominent members of their community in a small town in the United States. The patriarch of the family, Judge Holland, is a respected and wealthy man who has built his fortune through hard work and shrewd business dealings. His wife, Mrs. Holland, is a devoted mother and homemaker who takes great pride in her family and their social standing. The novel explores the relationships between the various members of the Holland family, as well as their interactions with their neighbors and acquaintances. It delves into themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and social class, as well as the challenges and struggles faced by families during this time period. As the story unfolds, the Hollands face a series of trials and tribulations that threaten to tear them apart. From financial setbacks to personal tragedies, the family must navigate a complex web of relationships and emotions in order to survive and thrive. Along the way, they learn important lessons about the value of family, the importance of community, and the power of forgiveness. Overall, The Hollands is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of a family during a pivotal moment in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the social and cultural dynamics of the mid-19th century, as well as those who enjoy compelling family dramas with complex characters and richly detailed settings.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.
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