The Old House: A Novel (1922)

By Cecile Tormay and Emil Torday

Book Overview

""The Old House"" is a novel written by Cecile Tormay, originally published in 1922. The story is set in Hungary and revolves around the lives of a wealthy family who live in an old mansion. The family is comprised of the matriarch, her two daughters, and their husbands. The novel follows the family's struggles as they navigate their relationships with each other and the outside world. The story explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions. As the family's secrets are slowly revealed, the reader is taken on a journey through the past and present, culminating in a dramatic conclusion. Tormay's vivid descriptions of the house and its surroundings transport the reader to a different time and place, making ""The Old House"" a captivating read for those interested in 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: 1164127462
• ISBN13: 9781164127468
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"