Far above rubies (Vol. 1 of 3) : $b A novel

"Far Above Rubies" by J. H. Riddell is a novel set in the English countryside during the late 1800s that tells the story of Arthur Dudley, a squire burdened by family responsibilities and a longing for something more, despite his beautiful surroundings and loving wife, Heather. The story illustrates his growing dissatisfaction with his life at Berrie Down Hollow and the complex relationships within the Dudley family, hinting at themes of love, disappointment, and the search for happiness amidst the pressures of duty and societal expectations, all beginning with a detailed picture of the enchanting landscape and the warm, yet troubled, atmosphere of the Dudley household.