Jeannie Halliday, A Tale Of Our Times

By Jane Porter

Book Overview

Jeannie Halliday, A Tale Of Our Times is a novel written by Jane Porter. The book follows the story of Jeannie Halliday, a young woman who is forced to navigate the challenges of life in 19th century England. Jeannie is the daughter of a wealthy merchant, but her family's fortune is threatened when her father dies suddenly. In order to save her family from financial ruin, Jeannie must marry a wealthy man. She is torn between her duty to her family and her desire for true love.As Jeannie navigates the complexities of her situation, she is also faced with other challenges, including the social expectations of her time and the prejudices of those around her. She must also confront her own fears and doubts as she tries to find her place in the world.Throughout the novel, Porter explores themes of love, duty, and the struggle for independence in a society that values conformity. Jeannie's journey is both inspiring and relatable, as she learns to stand up for herself and follow her heart, even when it means going against the expectations of those around her.Overall, Jeannie Halliday, A Tale Of Our Times is a compelling historical fiction novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of life in 19th century England. Porter's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this a must-read for fans of the genre.THIS 192 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tales Around a Winter Hearth V1, by Jane Porter. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766188566.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: 1162913436
• ISBN13: 9781162913438
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"