The Squire of Sandal-Side: A Pastoral Romance

"The Squire of Sandal-Side: A Pastoral Romance" by Amelia E. Barr is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story appears to focus on the enduring traditions and familial legacies of the Sandal family, particularly the dynamics surrounding the current squire and his daughters, Charlotte and Sophia. As they navigate the complexities of love, family expectations, and their roles in their rural community, the narrative explores themes of duty, heritage, and change. The opening portion introduces readers to Seat-Sandal, a picturesque locale enriched with history and family lore surrounding the Sandal lineage. It paints a vivid picture of the countryside and the long-standing customs of the dalesmen, highlighting the relationship between the current squire and his daughters. Notably, Charlotte is portrayed as a spirited young woman who delights in nature and fishing, whereas her sister Sophia appears more contemplative and reserved. The complex nature of sibling relationships, societal expectations, and the influence of the past loom large as the narrative begins to unfold, setting the stage for potential conflicts and romantic entanglements that will arise as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Amelia Edith Huddleston Barr was a British novelist and teacher. Many of the plots of her stories are laid in Scotland and England. The scenes are from her girlhood recollection of surroundings. Her works include, Jan Vedder's Wife, A Border Shepherdess, Feet of Clay, Friend Olivia, The Bow of Orange Ribbon, Remember the Alamo, She Loved a Sailor, A Daughter of Fife, The Squire of Sanddal Side, Paul and Christina, Master of His Fate, The Household of McNeil, The Last of the Macallisters, Between Two Loves, A Sister to Esau, A Rose of a Hundred Leaves, A Singer from the Sea, The Beads of Tasmer, The Hallam Succession, The Lone House, Christopher and Other Stories, The Lost Silver of Briffault.