Lilies or Thistledown

Lilies Or Thistledown is a novel written by Julia A. Mathews in 1876. The book revolves around the life of the main character, Lila, who is a young woman living in a small town in the United States. Lila is torn between two suitors, one of whom is a wealthy and influential man while the other is a poor but honest farmer. The novel explores the themes of love, social class, and the struggle to make the right choices in life.As the story progresses, Lila must navigate the expectations of her family and friends while trying to follow her heart. She faces challenges and obstacles along the way, including the disapproval of her father and the jealousy of her suitors. Through it all, Lila must decide whether to choose a life of comfort and security or take a chance on love and happiness.The novel is written in a romantic style and vividly describes the setting and characters of the small town. Mathews' writing is both engaging and thought-provoking, inviting the reader to reflect on the choices we make in life and the consequences that follow. Lilies Or Thistledown is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.