The Earth-Mother (1896)

The Earth-Mother is a novel written by Morley Roberts and first published in 1896. The story follows the life of a young woman, Mary, who grows up in poverty in the countryside of England. Despite her difficult upbringing, Mary possesses a strong spirit and a deep connection to the natural world around her. As she grows older, Mary becomes increasingly aware of the injustices and inequalities of the society she lives in, and she becomes a passionate advocate for social and environmental justice. She becomes known as the ""Earth-Mother"" among her community, as she works tirelessly to protect the land and the people who depend on it. Throughout the book, Mary faces many challenges and obstacles, including poverty, illness, and the disapproval of those around her. However, she remains steadfast in her beliefs and continues to fight for what she knows is right. The Earth-Mother is a powerful and moving novel that explores themes of social justice, environmentalism, and the strength of the human spirit. It is a timeless story 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.