That Quisset House

By Mrs. Nathaniel Conklin

Book Overview

That Quisset House is a novel written by Mrs. Nathaniel Conklin and published in 1886. The story is set in the 19th century and revolves around the Quisset family, who live in a grand old house in New England. The family is headed by the patriarch, Captain Quisset, who is a wealthy and respected member of the community.The novel follows the lives of the Quisset family members and their interactions with the people in their town. The story is filled with drama, romance, and intrigue as the family deals with various challenges, including financial troubles, family secrets, and scandals.The main character of the novel is Captain Quisset's granddaughter, Edith, who is a strong-willed and independent young woman. Edith is determined to find her place in the world and make a name for herself, despite the expectations placed on her by society.Throughout the novel, Edith navigates the challenges of love and relationships, while also dealing with the secrets and scandals that threaten to tear her family apart. The story is filled with interesting characters, including the mysterious and enigmatic Dr. Dorn, who becomes a close friend and confidant to Edith.Overall, That Quisset House is a captivating and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of a wealthy New England family in the 19th century. The story is filled with drama, romance, and intrigue, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction.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: 1120721261
• ISBN13: 9781120721266
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 530 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"