Wrecked, But Not Lost (1880)

Wrecked, But Not Lost is a novel written by Faith Templeton and originally published in 1880. The story follows the life of the protagonist, Mary Grey, who is left orphaned and alone after her father's ship sinks in a storm. She is rescued by a passing ship and taken to England, where she is adopted by a wealthy family. Despite her new life of privilege, Mary struggles to find her place in society and deal with the trauma of losing her family.As she grows older, Mary becomes involved in a love triangle with two suitors, one of whom is a wealthy aristocrat and the other a kind-hearted sailor. She must navigate the complexities of class and social expectations while also grappling with her own feelings and desires.Throughout the novel, Mary's resilience and determination are tested as she faces challenges and setbacks. Despite the obstacles in her path, she remains steadfast in her pursuit of happiness and fulfillment.Wrecked, But Not Lost is a compelling tale of love, loss, and the human spirit's ability to endure and overcome adversity. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in 19th century England and explores themes of class, identity, and personal growth.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.