Georgie Sheldon

"Virgie's Inheritance" by Mrs. Georgie Sheldon is a captivating work of 19th-century American fiction. This historical romance explores the intricacies of inheritance and its profound impact on domestic life. Set against the backdrop of a bygone era, the story delves into themes of love, family, and societal expectations. A meticulously prepared print republication, this edition allows readers to rediscover a classic voice in American literature. Immerse yourself in the richly detailed world of "Virgie's Inheritance," a testament to the enduring power of historical fiction and the timeless allure of romance. Experience the joys and challenges of a life shaped by legacy in this compelling novel.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Sarah Elizabeth Forbush Downs (1843-1926) was a "dime novelist" from the United States. She wrote novels under her own name, as "Mrs. Georgie Sheldon", and as "Mrs. George Sheldon Downs". Downs received her education at the Ladies' Collegiate Institute in Worcester, Massachusetts. In 1868, she married George Sheldon Downs. Her career began with newspaper contributions in 1869. She was signed by Theodore Dreiser to write for his Smith's Magazine. Dreiser considered her to be one of the "three most popular authors in the world." Between 1880 and 1889, she serialized 47 romances for Street and Smith's New York Weekly. She was the author of Virgie's Inheritance (1887), Audrey's Recompense (1896), Katherine's Sheaves (1904), and A Girl in a Thousand (1918).

Sarah Elizabeth Forbush Downs (1843-1926) was a "dime novelist" from the United States. She wrote novels under her own name, as "Mrs. Georgie Sheldon", and as "Mrs. George Sheldon Downs". Downs received her education at the Ladies' Collegiate Institute in Worcester, Massachusetts. In 1868, she married George Sheldon Downs. Her career began with newspaper contributions in 1869. She was signed by Theodore Dreiser to write for his Smith's Magazine. Dreiser considered her to be one of the "three most popular authors in the world." Between 1880 and 1889, she serialized 47 romances for Street and Smith's New York Weekly. She was the author of Virgie's Inheritance (1887), Audrey's Recompense (1896), Katherine's Sheaves (1904), and A Girl in a Thousand (1918).

Sarah Elizabeth Forbush Downs (1843-1926) was a "dime novelist" from the United States. She wrote novels under her own name, as "Mrs. Georgie Sheldon", and as "Mrs. George Sheldon Downs". Downs received her education at the Ladies' Collegiate Institute in Worcester, Massachusetts. In 1868, she married George Sheldon Downs. Her career began with newspaper contributions in 1869. She was signed by Theodore Dreiser to write for his Smith's Magazine. Dreiser considered her to be one of the "three most popular authors in the world." Between 1880 and 1889, she serialized 47 romances for Street and Smith's New York Weekly. She was the author of Virgie's Inheritance (1887), Audrey's Recompense (1896), Katherine's Sheaves (1904), and A Girl in a Thousand (1918).