Maggie Miller, or Old Hagar's Secret, is a classic novel authored by Mrs. Mary J. Holmes, published by Homewood Publishing Co., Chicago. This vintage edition is part of the Abbey Series, a collection of 12mo, complete, and unabridged editions known for their charming cloth bindings embossed with gilt and ink designs. The book is a captivating example of 19th-century American literature, telling a compelling story that has resonated with readers for generations.
This edition offers a glimpse into the literary style and publishing methods of its era, featuring the original binding with detailed floral design on the blue cloth cover. The Abbey Series was priced affordably at 25 cents to make literature accessible, and this volume holds a place in that historic collection. Collectors and enthusiasts of vintage American novels will appreciate the authenticity and nostalgic value of this hardcover book from the late 1800s or early 1900s.
