The Burden Lifted (1882)

The Burden Lifted is a novel written by Josephine Pollard and published in 1882. The story follows the life of a young woman named Grace who is burdened by the expectations of her family and society. She is expected to marry a wealthy man and live a life of luxury, but she longs for something more meaningful. Grace's life takes a turn when she meets a young man named Ralph who is a struggling artist. Despite their different backgrounds, they fall in love and Grace must choose between following her heart or conforming to societal norms. The novel explores themes of love, societal expectations, and the struggle to find one's own identity. It also touches on the importance of following one's dreams and not being afraid to break free from the constraints of society. The Burden Lifted is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a poignant reminder that true happiness can only be found by being true to oneself.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.