Garthowen: A Story of a Welsh Homestead

Published in 1895, 'Garthowen: A Story of a Welsh Homestead' by Allen Raine follows the Owens family, once prominent but now facing financial decline. The narrative centers on Morva Lloyd, a shepherdess and milkmaid, who is deeply integrated into the Owens' household and loved by both of the Owens' sons, Will and Gethin. This novel explores themes of family, love, and social status in rural Wales, highlighting the complexities of their relationships and the struggles of rural life.