ISBN: 9781331148975 - the two standards (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating historical fiction that follows the fortunes of the Greystoke family, a once-wealthy clan who have fallen on hard times. The main focus of the story is Marian, a young woman who is trapped in an unhappy life and yearns for adventure. Inspired by the diaries of her scandalous ancestor, Louis the Papist, Marian embarks on a quest to escape her stifling home and discover the world. The author explores themes of identity, freedom, and the complexities of family through Marian's journey. She critiques the Victorian-era social and religious constraints that stifled women and the poor in 19th-century England. Ultimately, this book offers insights into the changing nature of society, the importance of self-discovery, and the timeless search for a place to belong. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…