Lodusky is a novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, the author of popular children's books such as The Secret Garden and A Little Princess. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Lodusky, who is orphaned at a young age and forced to make her own way in the world.Lodusky is a strong and independent character who is determined to succeed despite the many obstacles she faces. She moves from place to place, working odd jobs and trying to find a place where she belongs. Along the way, she meets a variety of interesting characters, including a wealthy businessman, a struggling artist, and a group of bohemian intellectuals.As Lodusky navigates the ups and downs of life, she also grapples with questions of identity and belonging. She is torn between the desire to fit in and the need to stay true to herself, and she must ultimately decide what kind of life she wants to lead.With its vivid descriptions of life in the late 19th century and its compelling protagonist, Lodusky is a timeless tale of self-discovery and resilience. It is a must-read for fans of Frances Hodgson Burnett and anyone who enjoys a good coming-of-age story.That they would have done each other deadly injury seemed more than probable, but there were cool heads and hands as strong as their own in the room and in a few minutes they had been dragged apart and stood, each held back by the arms, staring at each other and panting. The lank peace-maker in blue jeans who held Dave Humes shook him gently and with amiable toleration of his folly.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.