Description
By: Myrtle Reed (1874-1911)
A Spinner in the Sun by Myrtle Reed is a beautifully written novel that explores themes of love, redemption, and the power of positive thinking. The story follows the protagonist, Selma White, as she navigates the challenges of life in a small town, struggling to find her place in the world.
Reed’s writing is rich and evocative, drawing the reader into Selma’s world and taking them on a poignant journey of self-discovery. The characters are well-developed and complex, each facing their own struggles and obstacles that they must overcome.
One of the standout aspects of the novel is Reed’s exploration of the power of positive thinking and the belief in the possibility of change. Selma’s transformation throughout the story is inspiring, as she learns to let go of the past and embrace a brighter future.
Overall, A Spinner in the Sun is a captivating and thought-provoking read that will stay with readers long after they turn the final page. Reed’s lyrical prose and insightful storytelling make this a book well worth picking up.
Book Description:
Myrtle Reed may always be depended upon to write a story in which poetry, charm, tenderness and humor are combined into a clever and entertaining book. Her characters are delightful and she always displays a quaint humor of expression and a quiet feeling of pathos which give a touch of active realism to all her writings. In “A Spinner in the Sun” she tells an old-fashioned love story, of a veiled lady who lives in solitude and whose features her neighbors have never seen. There is a mystery at the heart of the book that throws over it the glamour of romance.
