The Sea of Matrimony is a novel written by Jessie Hopkins Childs and published in 1909. The story follows the life of a young woman named Ruth who is torn between two men - her childhood friend, Jack, and the wealthy and sophisticated Arthur. As Ruth navigates the complexities of love and marriage, she must also contend with the expectations of her family and society.Set in the early 20th century, the novel offers a glimpse into the social mores and gender roles of the time. It explores themes of love, duty, and societal expectations, as well as the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society.Written in a lyrical and descriptive style, The Sea of Matrimony is a poignant and engaging tale that captures the spirit of its era. With its vivid characters and compelling plot, it remains a timeless classic of early 20th-century 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.