Sea Spray: A Long Island Village (1857) is a novel written by Martha Wickham. It is set in a small village on Long Island, New York, during the mid-19th century. The story follows the lives of several characters, including the wealthy and influential Van Wyck family, the local fishermen, and the working-class residents of the village.The main character is Emily Van Wyck, the daughter of the wealthiest family in the village. She is a kind and compassionate young woman who is determined to help those in need. Emily becomes involved in the lives of the local fishermen and their families, and she works to improve their living conditions and provide them with better opportunities.The novel also explores the themes of love, family, and social class. Emily falls in love with a young fisherman named Tom, but their relationship is threatened by their different social classes and the disapproval of Emily's family. The novel also delves into the relationships between the Van Wyck family members, including Emily's overbearing mother and her troubled brother.Overall, Sea Spray: A Long Island Village is a captivating novel that offers a glimpse into life in a small American village during the 19th century. It is a story of love, compassion, and social justice, and it is sure to appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and romantic dramas.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.