The Service of Sorrow is a novel written by Lucretia Peabody Hale and published in 1867. The book is set in the early 19th century and follows the story of a young woman named Mary Mason, who is struggling to come to terms with the death of her father. Mary is a devout Christian and finds solace in her faith as she navigates the difficult emotions of grief and loss. She is also deeply committed to helping others and dedicates herself to serving the poor and needy in her community. As Mary works to rebuild her life, she becomes involved in a number of social causes, including the abolitionist movement and the fight for women's rights. Along the way, she meets a number of other characters, including a young lawyer named Edward, who becomes a close friend and confidant. The Service of Sorrow is a moving and inspiring story of one woman's journey through grief and her dedication to making a positive impact in the world. It is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and the importance of faith, hope, and love in times of adversity.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.