Seven Miles To Arden (1916)

Seven Miles to Arden is a novel written by Ruth Sawyer and originally published in 1916. The story is set in rural New England and follows the lives of two young sisters, Rachel and Deborah, who live on a farm with their parents. The girls are close in age and have a deep bond, but they are very different in personality. Rachel is adventurous and impulsive, while Deborah is more cautious and responsible. One day, the girls decide to take a journey to the nearby town of Arden, which is seven miles away from their farm. They set out early in the morning and encounter a variety of challenges and adventures along the way. They meet interesting people, including a traveling salesman, a group of gypsies, and a kind old woman who gives them shelter for the night. As they journey towards Arden, the girls learn about themselves and each other, and they confront their fears and insecurities. They also discover the beauty and wonder of the natural world around them. Seven Miles to Arden is a heartwarming and uplifting story about the power of sisterhood, the joy of adventure, and the importance of perseverance and courage. It is a timeless classic that has been beloved by generations of readers.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.