Langley-On-The-Lea: Or Love and Duty (1860)

Langley-On-The-Lea: Or Love And Duty is a novel written by Thomas Miller and published in 1860. The story takes place in the fictional village of Langley-On-The-Lea, where the protagonist, Walter, lives with his mother and sister. Walter is a young man who is torn between his love for a woman named Mary and his duty to care for his family.As the story unfolds, Walter's mother becomes ill, and he is forced to take on more responsibility for the family. Meanwhile, Mary is courted by another man, causing Walter to question his feelings and priorities. The novel explores themes of love, duty, and sacrifice, as Walter struggles to make the right decisions for himself and his family.Throughout the book, Miller paints a vivid portrait of life in a small English village in the mid-19th century. He describes the landscape, the customs, and the social hierarchy of the time in great detail, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.Overall, Langley-On-The-Lea: Or Love And Duty is a beautifully written and engaging novel that offers both a compelling story and a rich historical context. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and anyone interested in the social and cultural history of England.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.