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At The Sign Of The Silver Crescent (1898)

At The Sign Of The Silver Crescent (1898)

Helen Choate Pratt Prince

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104619558
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''At The Sign Of The Silver Crescent'' is a novel written by Helen Choate Pratt Prince and published in 1898. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Priscilla who inherits a small hotel called ''The Silver Crescent'' from her late uncle. The hotel is located in a quaint New England town and is known for its warm hospitality and delicious food. Priscilla, who is determined to make a success of her new venture, faces several challenges along the way. She has to deal with difficult guests, including a group of rowdy college boys, and a rival hotel owner who tries to sabotage her business. However, with the help of her loyal staff and some unexpected allies, Priscilla manages to overcome these obstacles and turn her hotel into a thriving business. The novel also explores the romantic relationships of Priscilla and her friends. Priscilla falls in love with a charming young doctor, while her best friend, Ruth, struggles to choose between two suitors. ''At The Sign Of The Silver Crescent'' is a heartwarming story about friendship, love, and the power of determination. It provides a glimpse into the life of a small town in the late 19th century and showcases the resilience and strength of its inhabitants.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.

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