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Emmeline, the Orphan of the Castle
Paperback
RomanceGeneral FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023242554
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 514
Weight: 1.57
Height: 1.03 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Charlotte Turner Smith's Emmeline, The Orphan of the Castle, transports readers to the heart of 18th-century Great Britain. This compelling work of historical fiction, presented in an epistolary format, delves into the social life and customs of the era through the eyes of its titular character.
As an orphan, Emmeline's journey unfolds against a backdrop of societal expectations and personal struggles. This meticulously prepared edition offers a glimpse into a world of gothic intrigue and burgeoning romance. Smith's novel explores themes of family, identity, and the challenges faced by women in a society defined by rigid social structures. A captivating example of the gothic novel tradition, Emmeline provides a window into the past, revealing both the beauty and the constraints of 18th-century British life. It is a timeless story sure to resonate with those interested in historical fiction and the enduring power of human connection.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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