Display V1: A Novel (1855)

By Catherine Charlotte Maberly

Book Overview

Display V1 is a novel written by Catherine Charlotte Maberly and originally published in 1855. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the lives of two sisters, Grace and Edith, who come from a wealthy family in London. Grace is the elder sister and is described as being beautiful, charming, and intelligent. Edith, on the other hand, is plain and unremarkable.The novel begins with Grace's engagement to a wealthy man named Lord Ashleigh. However, their happiness is short-lived as Grace's father suddenly dies, leaving the family in financial ruin. Grace and Edith are forced to leave their luxurious lifestyle behind and move to a small town in the countryside.As they adjust to their new life, Grace and Edith encounter a number of interesting characters, including a young artist named Walter, who falls in love with Grace. However, Grace is still in love with Lord Ashleigh and is determined to win him back.Throughout the novel, Maberly explores themes of love, class, and social status. She also provides a detailed look at life in Victorian England, from the opulence of London society to the simplicity of rural living.Overall, Display V1 is a compelling novel that offers a glimpse into the world of the Victorian era. Maberly's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make for an enjoyable read that is sure to captivate readers of all ages.In Three Volumes.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: 1436823552
• ISBN13: 9781436823555
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"