The Private Tutor (1905)

The Private Tutor is a novel written by Gamaliel Bradford Jr. and was first published in 1905. The story follows the life of a young man named John G. West who is hired as a private tutor for the wealthy and influential family, the Van Dams. As John begins his work, he finds himself drawn to the beautiful and intelligent daughter of the family, Elizabeth Van Dam. Despite the difference in their social status, John and Elizabeth fall in love and begin a secret romance.As the story progresses, John's relationship with the Van Dams becomes strained as he becomes caught up in their drama and secrets. He must navigate the complex web of relationships within the family while also trying to maintain his own integrity and protect his relationship with Elizabeth.The Private Tutor is a classic tale of forbidden love, social class, and family drama. It offers a glimpse into the world of the wealthy and powerful in the early 1900s and explores the themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal. Bradford Jr.'s writing style is engaging and descriptive, transporting the reader back in time to a world of grand estates, formal dinners, and societal expectations. Overall, The Private Tutor is a captivating read that is sure to entertain and engage readers of all ages.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.