The Mimic (1862)

By Maria Edgeworth

Book Overview

The Mimic is a novel written by Maria Edgeworth and published in 1862. The story revolves around the character of Sir Patrick O'Shaughnessy, an Irish gentleman who has a talent for mimicry. He is known for his ability to imitate the speech and mannerisms of others, and his skill has earned him both admiration and scorn from those around him.As the novel begins, Sir Patrick is living in London and enjoying the company of a group of friends who are fascinated by his talent. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he is accused of a crime he did not commit. As he tries to clear his name, he must use his skills as a mimic to uncover the truth and bring the real culprit to justice.Throughout the novel, Edgeworth explores themes of identity, deception, and the power of language. She also provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and political landscape of 19th century Ireland and England.Overall, The Mimic is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that showcases Edgeworth's skill as a storyteller and her keen insight into human nature. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and anyone interested in the history and culture of Ireland and 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: 1167179633
• ISBN13: 9781167179631
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"