""Vermont Vale: Or Home Pictures In Australia"" is a novel written by Maud Jeanne Franc. The book is set in Australia and follows the life of the protagonist, Mary Howard, who moves from England to Australia with her family. Mary's father has inherited a large estate called Vermont Vale, which they make their new home. The novel explores Mary's experiences as she adjusts to life in a new country and the challenges she faces as a young woman in a male-dominated society. The story also delves into the relationships between the characters, including Mary's friendship with her neighbor, Alice, and her love interest, Arthur. Throughout the novel, the author provides vivid descriptions of the Australian landscape and culture, making it a fascinating read for those interested in Australian literature. Overall, ""Vermont Vale: Or Home Pictures In Australia"" is a captivating novel that offers a glimpse into life in Australia during the late 19th century.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.