The Tinder-Box is a novel written by Maria Thompson Daviess. The story revolves around a young woman named Polly, who is forced to move from her hometown to a new city after her father's death. Polly is a strong and independent woman who is determined to make a life for herself in the new city. She meets a man named Jack, who is handsome and charming, but also mysterious. Jack seems to be hiding something, and Polly is determined to find out what it is. As she delves deeper into Jack's past, she discovers secrets that threaten to tear them apart. Along the way, Polly also meets a cast of colorful characters, including a group of young artists, a wealthy businessman, and a kind-hearted landlady. The Tinder-Box is a classic romance novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the power of perseverance. It is a story that will keep readers engaged from beginning to end.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.