Bess of the Woods (1906)

Bess of the Woods is a novel written by Warwick Deeping and published in 1906. The story is set in the English countryside during the 17th century and follows the life of Bess, a young woman who lives in the woods with her father. Bess is a skilled hunter and has a deep connection to nature, which sets her apart from the other villagers.As the story progresses, Bess encounters a group of gypsies who take her under their wing and teach her their ways. She falls in love with one of the gypsies, but their relationship is threatened by the prejudices of the villagers and the laws of the land.The novel explores themes of love, freedom, and the conflict between tradition and progress. It also delves into the complexities of social class and the struggle for acceptance and belonging.Bess of the Woods is a beautifully written and engaging novel that transports readers to a bygone era. It is a timeless story of love and adventure that will captivate readers of all ages.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.