Ralph Trulock's Christmas Roses (1882)

Ralph Trulock's Christmas Roses is a novel written by Annette Lyster and first published in 1882. The story is set in England during the Victorian era and revolves around the life of the titular character, Ralph Trulock. Ralph is a young man who has recently inherited his family's estate and is struggling to find his place in society. He is also dealing with the loss of his mother, who died when he was young.As Christmas approaches, Ralph finds himself drawn to a young woman named Rose. She is the daughter of a local farmer and has been hired as a governess for Ralph's younger sister. Despite their different social classes, Ralph and Rose quickly develop a close friendship. However, their relationship is threatened by the disapproval of Ralph's family and the expectations of society.Throughout the novel, Ralph and Rose navigate the challenges of their relationship while also dealing with their own personal struggles. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including Ralph's eccentric aunt and a group of mischievous children.Ralph Trulock's Christmas Roses is a heartwarming tale of love and redemption, set against the backdrop of a traditional Victorian Christmas. It explores themes of class, family, and the power of love to overcome societal expectations.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.