Widow Guthrie: A Novel is a literary work written by Richard Malcolm Johnston in 1890. The book narrates the story of a young widow, Mrs. Guthrie, who is left alone to raise her two children after the death of her husband. The novel is set in the post-Civil War era in the United States and explores the themes of family, love, and loss. Mrs. Guthrie is a strong and resilient character who is determined to provide for her family despite the challenges that come her way. She faces financial difficulties and social isolation, but she manages to overcome them with the help of her friends and family. The novel also touches upon the issues of race and class in the South during that time period.The plot of Widow Guthrie: A Novel is character-driven, and the author skillfully portrays the emotions and struggles of the characters. The language used in the book is simple yet elegant, and the descriptions of the setting and the characters are vivid and realistic. Overall, Widow Guthrie: A Novel is a poignant and insightful work of literature that provides a glimpse into the lives of women in the post-Civil War era. It is a must-read for those interested in historical fiction and the portrayal of strong female characters.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.