The Romance of Labor: Scenes from Good Novels Depicting Joy in Work is a book written by Frances Doane Twombly and published in 1916. The book is a collection of excerpts from various novels that depict the joy and romance of labor. The author has selected passages from works of literature that showcase the beauty and satisfaction of work, and how it can bring meaning and purpose to one's life. The book includes passages from authors such as Louisa May Alcott, Charles Dickens, and Elizabeth Gaskell, among others. The Romance of Labor aims to inspire readers to appreciate the value of labor and to find joy in their own work. It is a celebration of the dignity and nobility of work, and a reminder that it can be a source of great fulfillment and happiness.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.