Gowodean: A Pastoral (1868)

Gowodean: A Pastoral is a novel written by James Salmon and was first published in 1868. The book is set in the English countryside and follows the story of a young man named Gowodean, who lives a simple life as a shepherd. The novel explores themes of nature, love, and the human condition through the eyes of Gowodean and the people he encounters in his small village.The story begins with Gowodean living a peaceful life as a shepherd, tending to his flock and enjoying the beauty of nature around him. However, his life takes a turn when he falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who is engaged to another man. Despite this, Gowodean cannot help but feel drawn to Mary and their relationship becomes more complicated as time goes on.As the story unfolds, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters who live in the village, each with their own struggles and desires. Through their interactions with Gowodean, the reader is given a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of living in a rural community.Overall, Gowodean: A Pastoral is a beautifully written novel that captures the essence of life in the English countryside. It is a story of love, loss, and the beauty of nature, and is sure to capture the hearts of readers who appreciate a good pastoral tale.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.