A Transplanted Rose: A Story Of New York Society (1882)

By M.E.W. Sherwood

Book Overview

A Transplanted Rose: A Story Of New York Society is a novel written by Mary Elizabeth Wilson Sherwood and originally published in 1882. The book is set in New York City during the Gilded Age and follows the story of a young woman named Rose, who is transplanted from her small town upbringing to the glamorous world of high society in the city.Rose must navigate the intricate social hierarchy of the city's elite, while also dealing with her own personal struggles and romantic entanglements. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters including wealthy socialites, ambitious businessmen, and scheming matchmakers.The novel provides a vivid portrayal of the excess and opulence of New York's upper class during the late 19th century, as well as the challenges faced by those trying to break into this exclusive world. It also explores themes such as love, betrayal, and the pursuit of happiness.Overall, A Transplanted Rose offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of American history and the complex social dynamics that defined it.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165274752
• ISBN13: 9781165274758
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"