Forge and Furnace: A Novel (1896)

Forge and Furnace is a novel written by Florence Warden and first published in 1896. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the lives of two brothers, Cyril and Hector, who come from a wealthy family but have very different personalities. Cyril is a hard-working blacksmith who runs his own forge, while Hector is a lazy and selfish man who spends his time gambling and drinking.The novel explores the themes of family, love, and betrayal as the brothers navigate their complicated relationship. Cyril falls in love with a young woman named Maud, who is the daughter of a wealthy industrialist. However, their relationship is threatened by Hector, who is also interested in Maud and will stop at nothing to get what he wants.As the story unfolds, the brothers find themselves caught up in a web of lies and deceit that threatens to destroy their family and their futures. Will Cyril and Maud be able to overcome the obstacles in their path and find happiness together? Or will Hector's selfishness and greed tear them apart?Forge and Furnace is a gripping tale of love and betrayal that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. With its vivid characters, intricate plot, and rich historical setting, this novel is a must-read for fans of classic literature and historical fiction.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.