Windfall and Waterdrift (1894)

Windfall and Waterdrift is a novel written by Auberon Herbert and published in 1894. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the lives of two families, the Windfalls and the Waterdrifts. The Windfalls are a wealthy family who live in a grand estate, while the Waterdrifts are a poor family who live in a small cottage on the Windfall's land.The novel explores the stark contrast between the two families and their different lifestyles, as well as the power dynamics between the wealthy and the poor. It also delves into themes of love, family, and the pursuit of happiness.As the story unfolds, the Windfalls and the Waterdrifts become intertwined in unexpected ways. The Windfall patriarch, Sir John, takes an interest in the Waterdrifts and offers them assistance, but his motives are not entirely pure. Meanwhile, the Waterdrifts' daughter, May, falls in love with Sir John's son, Harry, but their relationship is complicated by their different social statuses.Throughout the novel, the characters struggle with their own desires and the expectations of society, leading to dramatic and unexpected twists in the plot. Windfall and Waterdrift is a compelling exploration of class and human nature, and a poignant reminder of the power of love and compassion in a world divided by wealth and status.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.