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The Ladder of Fortune is a novel written by Frances Courtenay Baylor and was first published in 1899. The story revolves around the life of a young girl named Margaret, who is brought up in a wealthy family. However, her life takes a drastic turn when her father dies, leaving her and her mother in poverty.Margaret's mother is determined to maintain their social status and arranges a marriage for her daughter with a wealthy man. Margaret, however, falls in love with a man who is not as wealthy as her intended husband. The story follows Margaret as she navigates through the ups and downs of her life, struggling to balance her love and her duty to her family.The novel explores themes of love, duty, and social class, and how they can shape an individual's life. It also highlights the challenges faced by women in the late 19th century, especially those from wealthy families who were expected to maintain their social status.Overall, The Ladder of Fortune is a compelling tale of love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of happiness in the face of adversity. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.