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Tradition is a novel written by Marie Van Vorst that tells the story of a young woman named Mary Ballard who is torn between her desire for independence and her family's traditional expectations. Mary is the daughter of a wealthy New York family and is expected to marry a suitable man and settle down to a life of domesticity. However, Mary dreams of pursuing a career in music and is determined to make her own way in the world.As Mary struggles to find her place in society, she meets and falls in love with a young composer named David Anstell. David shares Mary's passion for music and encourages her to follow her dreams. However, their relationship is threatened by the disapproval of Mary's family and the strict social conventions of the time.Throughout the novel, Mary must navigate the challenges of balancing her own desires with the expectations of her family and society. She must also confront the harsh realities of the world outside of her privileged upbringing, including poverty, illness, and social injustice.Tradition is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores the themes of love, family, tradition, and the struggle for individuality. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
| ISBN-13 | 9781432669539 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1432669532 |
| Weight | 0.92 Pounds |
| Dimensions | 6.00 x 0.64 x 9.00 In |
| List Price | $28.95 |
| Format | - |
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| Language | English |
| Pages | 284 pages |
| Publisher | Kessinger Publishing |
| Published On | 2007-06-01 |
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