A Virginia Inheritance: A Novel (1888)

By Edmund Pendleton

Book Overview

A Virginia Inheritance is a novel written by Edmund Pendleton and published in 1888. The story is set in Virginia and follows the life of the protagonist, John Armistead, who inherits a large estate from his father. John is a young man who is determined to make his mark in the world and is eager to take on the responsibility of managing his inheritance.As John begins to settle into his new life, he discovers that his inheritance comes with a number of challenges. He must navigate the complex social and political landscape of Virginia, deal with the expectations of his family and friends, and confront his own personal demons. Along the way, John falls in love with a young woman named Lucy, but their relationship is threatened by the disapproval of her family and the demands of his own.As the story unfolds, John must confront his own limitations and learn to navigate the complex world of Virginia society. He must also come to terms with the legacy of his family and the role that he is expected to play in the community. A Virginia Inheritance is a novel that explores the themes of family, legacy, and identity, and offers a vivid portrait of life in Virginia in the late 19th century.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120242584
• ISBN13: 9781120242587
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"