Rosanne V2: Or A Father's Labor Lost (1814)

By Laetitia-Matilda Hawkins

Book Overview

Rosanne V2: Or A Father�������s Labor Lost is a novel written by Laetitia-Matilda Hawkins and published in 1814. It is the second volume of a two-part series that follows the life of Rosanne Lacy, a young woman who is orphaned and taken in by her wealthy uncle, Sir Peter Lacy. The novel explores themes of class, gender, and the role of women in society during the early 19th century.In this volume, Rosanne faces a series of challenges as she navigates her way through the upper-class society of London. She is courted by several suitors, including the wealthy and titled Lord William, but struggles to find true love and happiness. Meanwhile, her uncle Sir Peter becomes embroiled in a scandal involving his business dealings, and Rosanne must navigate the fallout of his actions.Throughout the novel, Hawkins paints a vivid picture of the social norms and expectations of the time period, and explores the limitations placed on women in particular. Rosanne must constantly navigate the expectations placed on her as a young woman of her class and station, while also striving to assert her independence and make her own choices.Overall, Rosanne V2: Or A Father�������s Labor Lost is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Regency-era England.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: 1104460211
• ISBN13: 9781104460211
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"