Bertha's Engagement is a novel written by Ann Sophia Stephens and published in 1875. The story is set in the mid-19th century and revolves around the life of Bertha Grant, a young woman from a wealthy family in New York City. Bertha is engaged to the handsome and charming Edward Atherton, but her happiness is threatened when she discovers that Edward is not the man she thought he was. As the story unfolds, Bertha is forced to confront the harsh realities of life and love. She must navigate the complexities of her family's social status, deal with the manipulative and deceitful Edward, and ultimately decide what she truly wants out of life. Along the way, Bertha meets a number of interesting characters, including a wealthy businessman, a kind-hearted doctor, and a wise old woman who helps her see things in a new light.Bertha's Engagement is a classic Victorian-era novel that explores themes of love, betrayal, and societal expectations. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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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