Cousin Franck's Household: Or Scenes In The Old Dominion (1853)

By Emily Clemens Pearson

Book Overview

Cousin Franck's Household: Or Scenes In The Old Dominion is a novel written by Pocahontas, first published in 1853. The book is set in Virginia during the 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Mary, who is sent to live with her wealthy cousin Franck and his family. As Mary adjusts to her new life, she becomes privy to the secrets and scandals that exist within the Franck household. She discovers that Franck's wife, Caroline, is unhappy in her marriage and is having an affair with a neighbor. Meanwhile, Franck's sister, Ellen, is engaged to a man who is not of their social class, causing tension within the family. Throughout the novel, Mary navigates these complex relationships and learns about the social norms and expectations of Virginia society. She also experiences personal growth as she learns to assert herself and stand up for her beliefs. Cousin Franck's Household: Or Scenes In The Old Dominion provides a vivid portrayal of life in 19th century Virginia, with its detailed descriptions of the landscape, architecture, and social customs of the time. It also explores themes of love, family, and societal expectations, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction.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: 1164614274
• ISBN13: 9781164614272
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"