People Of Position (1910)

By Stanley Portal Hyatt

Book Overview

People of Position is a historical novel written by Stanley Portal Hyatt and first published in 1910. The book is set in England during the early 19th century and follows the lives of wealthy and influential families in London. The story revolves around the aristocratic families of the time and their social status, wealth, and power. The main character of the novel is Lord Ronald, who is a member of the aristocracy and is married to Lady Edith. The couple is well-respected and admired by the society they move in. However, their marriage is not a happy one, and Lord Ronald is secretly in love with a beautiful and talented actress named Dolly. The novel explores the themes of love, power, and social status. It portrays the struggles and conflicts of the characters as they navigate through the complexities of their social lives. The book also provides an insight into the politics and social norms of the time, including the rigid class system and the expectations placed on individuals based on their birth and status. Overall, People of Position is a captivating and insightful novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and influential families of England during the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction and the societal norms of the time.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: 1164907816
• ISBN13: 9781164907817
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"