The Burden is a novel by Theodosia Pickrering Garrison that follows the story of a young woman named Lizzie, who is struggling to make ends meet in the small town of Burden, Massachusetts. Lizzie is a single mother who works hard to provide for her son, but she is constantly faced with financial hardship. When a mysterious stranger arrives in town, Lizzie finds herself drawn to him and his offer of help. As their relationship grows, Lizzie discovers that the stranger is not who he seems and that his offer of help comes with a heavy burden. With the help of her friends, Lizzie must decide if she can accept the stranger's help and the consequences that come with it. The Burden is a story of love, loss, and redemption, and ultimately, of hope.
By Theodosia Pickrering Garrison · First published 1917 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Feminist Literature, Romance