Two Old Maids

Two Old Maids: Or Rosalind�������s Sisters is a novel written by Annette Lyster and published in 1883. The story revolves around two sisters, Rosalind and Elinor, who are both unmarried and living together in their old age. The novel explores their daily lives, their relationships with each other, and their interactions with the people in their community.Rosalind and Elinor are both well-educated and refined ladies, but their lack of a husband and children has left them somewhat isolated from society. They are content with their quiet life, however, and enjoy each other’s company. Their routine is interrupted when a young woman named Edith comes to stay with them. Edith is the daughter of an old friend of Rosalind’s, and she is in need of a place to stay while she looks for work.As Edith settles into life with the sisters, she becomes a source of tension between them. Rosalind sees Edith as a potential companion for Elinor, while Elinor sees her as a threat to their close relationship. The novel follows the sisters as they navigate their feelings towards Edith and each other, and as they face the challenges of aging and loneliness.Overall, Two Old Maids: Or Rosalind�������s Sisters is a poignant and insightful look at the lives of unmarried women in the late 19th century. It explores themes of companionship, aging, and the importance of human connection.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.