Cynthia’s Way (1901)

Cynthia's Way is a novel written by Alfred Sidgwick and originally published in 1901. The story follows the life of Cynthia, a young woman who is determined to live life on her own terms, despite the expectations and restrictions placed upon her by society. Cynthia's journey begins when she leaves her small town to attend university in London, where she meets a group of like-minded individuals who challenge her to think differently about the world around her. She becomes involved in the suffragette movement and fights for women's rights, even as she faces opposition from her family and society at large. Throughout the novel, Cynthia navigates the complexities of love, friendship, and societal expectations, all while remaining true to herself and her beliefs. Her story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of individual agency in the face of adversity. Overall, Cynthia's Way is a thought-provoking and inspiring novel about a woman who refuses to be defined by the expectations of others and instead forges her own path in life.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.