Old Ebenezer

Old Ebenezer, written by Opie Percival Read in the late 19th century, is a novel that follows Sam Lyman, a school teacher seeking a fresh start in the small town of Old Ebenezer. As he pursues a career in law, Lyman encounters a cast of eccentric local characters, including the wealthy banker McElwin and his daughter Eva. The story unfolds with humorous situations and farcical events, particularly when Lyman becomes entangled in a chaotic marriage, challenging his ambitions and values amidst the quirks of small-town life.