""A Tale of the Thames"" is a novel written by Joseph Ashby-Sterry in 1896. The story is set in London, England, and follows the life of a young man named Jack, who is a fisherman on the River Thames. The novel explores the themes of love, friendship, and the struggles of working-class life in the late 19th century.The main character, Jack, is a hardworking and honest young man who lives with his mother and sister in a small cottage near the river. He spends his days fishing on the Thames and dreaming of a better life for himself and his family. One day, Jack meets a beautiful young woman named Alice, who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. The two fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by their different social classes and the disapproval of Alice's father.As Jack and Alice's relationship develops, Jack's best friend, Tom, becomes jealous and resentful. Tom is also in love with Alice and feels that Jack is taking her away from him. This leads to a dramatic confrontation between the two friends, which has far-reaching consequences for everyone involved.Throughout the novel, Ashby-Sterry vividly portrays the sights and sounds of life on the Thames, from the bustling docks to the quiet countryside. He also explores the social and economic issues of the time, including the widening gap between the rich and poor and the struggles of working-class families.Overall, ""A Tale of the Thames"" is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a vivid glimpse into life in late 19th-century London. It is a timeless story of love, friendship, and the challenges of navigating social class in a rapidly changing world.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.