The Making of William Edwards; or, The Story of the Bridge of Beauty

"The Making of William Edwards; or, The Story of the Bridge of Beauty" by G. Linnaeus (George Linnaeus) Banks is a historical novel that throws readers into the challenging world of the Edwards family. The book follows the trials and triumphs of a family in Wales after the sudden, tragic death of their father during a storm while crossing a raging river. Readers see how Mrs. Edwards and her oldest son, Rhys, have to deal with the hard realities of running a farm and facing hardship. The youngest son, young Willem, has boyhood problems that bring him to his own adventures. The novel portrays the challenges, determination, and everyday struggles for the Edwards family in a time when life in rural areas was not easy.