May Lester: Or The Fruits Of Self Denial (1883)

May Lester: Or The Fruits Of Self Denial (1883) is a novel written by John Brett. The story revolves around a young girl named May Lester who is raised by her mother to be selfless and to always put others before herself. May's mother instills in her daughter the importance of self-denial and the rewards that come with it. May grows up to be a kind and generous young woman who puts the needs of others before her own. The novel follows May's life as she navigates through various challenges and obstacles while remaining true to her values of selflessness and self-denial. May's character is tested when she falls in love with a young man named Charles, who is not as selfless as she is. May must decide whether to compromise her values for love or to stay true to herself. The novel explores themes of selflessness, sacrifice, and the rewards that come with living a virtuous life. It also highlights the challenges that individuals face when trying to live a life of self-denial in a world that often values self-interest and personal gain. Overall, May Lester: Or The Fruits Of Self Denial is a captivating novel that offers readers a glimpse into the importance of selflessness and the rewards that come with it. It is a timeless story that is still relevant today and offers valuable lessons on how to live a virtuous life.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.