The Last Assembly Ball: And The Fate Of A Voice (1889)

The Last Assembly Ball: And The Fate Of A Voice is a novel by Mary Hallock Foote, first published in 1889. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the lives of a group of wealthy and influential families in a small New England town. The central character is a young woman named Miss Mira Brown, who is known for her beautiful singing voice. As the town prepares for its annual assembly ball, Miss Brown is the star of the show, expected to perform a solo that will wow the crowd. However, a tragic event occurs that threatens to ruin her voice and her future as a singer. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the struggle to overcome adversity. Foote's writing is praised for its vivid descriptions of the town and its inhabitants, as well as its nuanced portrayal of the social dynamics and expectations of the time. The Last Assembly Ball: And The Fate Of A Voice is a timeless classic that continues to captivate 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.