""A Lesson in Love"" is a novel by Ellen Olney Kirk, first published in 1881. The story follows the trials and tribulations of its protagonist, a young woman named Ruth Chester, as she navigates the complexities of love and relationships in late 19th-century America. Ruth is a headstrong and independent woman, determined to make her own choices in life despite the expectations of her family and society. When she falls in love with a charming but unreliable man named Robert Lancaster, Ruth must decide whether to follow her heart or heed the warnings of those around her. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about the nature of love, the importance of self-respect, and the true meaning of happiness. ""A Lesson in Love"" is a timeless tale of romance and self-discovery, offering readers a glimpse into the social mores and cultural values of a bygone era.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.