For The Old Love's Sake: A Story is a novel written by Iza Duffus Hardy and published in 1877. The story is set in the 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Hester, who is forced to marry a man she does not love. Hester's heart belongs to her childhood sweetheart, Ralph, but due to family pressure and financial constraints, she is compelled to marry a wealthy but older man named Sir William. The novel explores the themes of love, duty, and social expectations. It portrays the societal norms and expectations of the time, where women were expected to marry for financial stability rather than love. The story follows Hester's struggles to reconcile her feelings for Ralph and her duty towards her husband.As the story unfolds, Hester's life takes unexpected turns, and she finds herself torn between her love for Ralph and her loyalty towards Sir William. The novel also delves into the complexities of marriage and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society.For The Old Love's Sake: A Story is a poignant and emotional tale that captures the essence of Victorian-era society. It is a timeless classic 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.