Off the Highway (1904)

Off The Highway is a novel written by Alice Prescott Smith and published in 1904. The story revolves around a young woman named Ruth who lives in a small town and dreams of escaping the monotony of her life. One day, she meets a handsome stranger named Philip who is passing through town and they quickly fall in love. Philip convinces Ruth to leave with him and start a new life on the road, traveling from town to town and experiencing all that life has to offer. As they journey together, Ruth and Philip encounter a variety of characters and situations, from wealthy socialites to struggling farmers. They also face challenges and obstacles that test their relationship and their commitment to each other. Throughout it all, Ruth must come to terms with her own desires and ambitions, and decide what kind of life she truly wants to lead.Off The Highway is a timeless tale of love, adventure, and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of early 20th century America. Smith's vivid descriptions of the landscapes and people they encounter bring the story to life, while her insightful commentary on the human condition makes this a compelling read for anyone interested in literature from this era.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.