Ben Sylvester's Word (1859)

Ben Sylvester's Word is a novel written by Charlotte Mary Yonge in 1859. The story revolves around the life of Ben Sylvester, a young man who is orphaned at a young age and raised by his uncle. Ben is a hardworking and ambitious young man who dreams of becoming a successful businessman. However, his plans are derailed when he falls in love with a young woman named Mary Nugent. Mary's father disapproves of Ben and forbids him from seeing her. This leads Ben to make a decision that will change his life forever. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, and family. It also sheds light on the social norms and expectations of the Victorian era. The characters in the novel are well-developed and relatable, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in classic literature. Overall, Ben Sylvester's Word is a timeless story that continues to captivate readers with its engaging plot and relatable characters.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.