Publisher's Synopsis
At The Sign Of The Jack O'Lantern is a novel written by Myrtle Reed and published in 1905. The story is set in a small New England town called Old Chesterfield, where a young woman named Miss Prue is left to run her father's tavern, The Jack O'Lantern, after his death. The tavern is a popular spot for locals and travelers alike, and Prue is determined to keep it running smoothly despite the challenges she faces.As she navigates the ups and downs of running a business, Prue also finds herself caught up in a romantic triangle with two very different men: the charming and wealthy lawyer Philip Salter, and the rugged and mysterious farmer David Brower. As Prue struggles to choose between them, she must also deal with the jealousies and rivalries of other women in the town who are vying for the attention of the same men.At The Sign Of The Jack O'Lantern is a heartwarming and engaging tale of love, loss, and the challenges of small-town life. Myrtle Reed's vivid descriptions of the New England landscape and her colorful cast of characters make this a charming and enjoyable read for anyone who loves classic American literature.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.
