Raffle for a Wife (1845)

Raffle For A Wife is a novel written by Thomas Low Nichols and originally published in 1845. The story centers around a wealthy man named Mr. Waddy who decides to hold a raffle to find himself a wife. The winner of the raffle is a young woman named Hannah, who is initially hesitant to marry a man she barely knows. However, she soon finds herself falling in love with Mr. Waddy and the two begin a life together.The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and social status in the 19th century. It also delves into the ethics of using a raffle to find a spouse and the potential consequences of such an action. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging, making for an enjoyable read for fans of historical fiction and romance.Overall, Raffle For A Wife is a fascinating glimpse into the societal norms and values of the time period in which it was written. It is a thought-provoking and entertaining novel that is sure to captivate readers.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.