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The Children of the Abbey

The Children of the Abbey

Roche, Regina Maria
Darley, F. O. C.

Hardcover

Christian FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN10: 1432626299
ISBN13: 9781432626297
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 1 2005
Pages: 652
Weight: 2.47
Height: 1.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Children of the Abbey is a novel written by Regina Maria Roche. It was first published in 1796 and quickly became a popular work of Gothic fiction. The story follows the lives of two orphaned sisters, Amanda and Emily, who are raised in a convent until they are sent to live with their uncle, the wealthy Mr. Harley. The girls soon find themselves caught up in a web of family secrets and intrigue, as they navigate the complex relationships between their uncle, his son, and various other characters in the novel.As the story unfolds, Amanda and Emily must grapple with issues of class, gender, and identity, as they struggle to find their place in a world that seems determined to keep them down. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a handsome young artist, a mysterious stranger, and a scheming governess, all of whom play a role in the unfolding drama.Throughout the novel, Roche uses vivid descriptions and atmospheric settings to create a sense of foreboding and suspense, drawing readers into the world of the Harley family and keeping them on the edge of their seats until the very end. With its complex plot, engaging characters, and lush prose, The Children of the Abbey remains a classic of Gothic literature and a must-read for fans of the genre.1796. Roche sprang to fame with Children of the Abbey, which features Amanda and Oscar Fitzalan, two young people in love, robbed of their inheritance by a forged will.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.

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