Prentice Hugh (1887)

By Frances Mary Peard

Book Overview

Prentice Hugh is a novel written by Frances Mary Peard and published in 1887. The story is set in rural England during the late 19th century and follows the life of the titular character, Prentice Hugh, a young man who is the son of a wealthy landowner. Prentice is a kind-hearted and intelligent individual who has a deep love for nature and the countryside. As the story progresses, Prentice falls in love with a young woman named Lucy, who is the daughter of a neighboring farmer. However, their relationship is threatened by the social and economic differences between their families. Prentice also becomes involved in a local dispute over land ownership, which puts him at odds with his own father and the local aristocracy. Throughout the novel, Peard explores themes of love, class conflict, and the relationship between humans and nature. The story is told in a gentle and reflective style, with vivid descriptions of the English countryside and its inhabitants. The characters are well-developed and realistic, and the plot is engaging and thought-provoking. Overall, Prentice Hugh is a charming and insightful novel that offers a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of rural England during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and anyone interested in the history and culture of England.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: 1166609421
• ISBN13: 9781166609429
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 334 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"