Kitford

A Village Tale (1859)

von Anonymous

360 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Kitford: A Village Tale is a novel written by an anonymous author and published in 1859. The story is set in the fictional village of Kitford, located in the English countryside. The novel follows the lives of several characters who live in the village, including the wealthy landowner, Mr. Harcourt, his daughter, Miss Harcourt, and the village doctor, Mr. Grey.As the story unfolds, the reader is introduced to the various social classes that exist in the village and the tensions that arise between them. The Harcourts are seen as the elite of the village, while the poorer residents struggle to make ends meet. The arrival of a new curate, Mr. Wentworth, also adds to the drama as he becomes embroiled in a love triangle with Miss Harcourt and the village schoolteacher, Miss Smith.Throughout the novel, the author explores themes of love, class, and morality. The characters face various challenges and obstacles, including illness, financial troubles, and societal expectations. The story culminates in a dramatic climax as the characters are forced to confront their own limitations and the consequences of their actions.Overall, Kitford: A Village Tale is a compelling portrayal of life in a small English village in the mid-19th century. The novel provides a vivid snapshot of the social and cultural landscape of the time, while also offering a timeless exploration of human nature and the complexities of relationships.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.

• Themen: Belletristik Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9781436883900
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC