Publisher's Synopsis
The Heart's Highway is a novel written by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. The story revolves around a young woman named Marcia who lives in a small town in New England. Marcia is a kind and gentle woman who is loved by all in the town. She is engaged to a man named Stephen, who is a successful businessman. However, Marcia's life takes a turn when she meets a mysterious stranger named David. David is a wandering artist who has come to the town to paint. Marcia is drawn to David's free-spirited nature and artistic talent, and soon finds herself falling in love with him.As Marcia struggles with her feelings for David, she must also deal with the disapproval of her family and friends. Stephen is jealous of David and tries to convince Marcia to end their relationship. Meanwhile, Marcia's mother and sister are worried that David is not a suitable match for Marcia.The Heart's Highway explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle between following one's heart and conforming to societal expectations. Freeman's writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a picture of life in a small New England town at the turn of the century. The novel is a timeless tale of love and self-discovery that will resonate with readers of all ages.I have always observed with wonder and amusement and a tender gladness the faculty with which young creatures, and particularly young girls, can throw off their minds for the time being the weight of cares and anxieties and bring all of themselves to bear upon those exercises of body or mind, to no particular end of serious gain, which we call play and frivolity. It may be that faculty is so ordained by a wise Providence.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.
