The Sale Of Lady Daventry (1914)

By Winifred Boggs

Book Overview

The Sale of Lady Daventry is a novel written by Winifred Boggs and originally published in 1914. The story follows the life of Lady Daventry, a wealthy and aristocratic woman who finds herself in financial trouble due to her extravagant lifestyle and her husband's gambling habits. In order to save her estate and maintain her social status, Lady Daventry decides to sell herself into marriage to the highest bidder.The novel explores themes of class, gender, and the consequences of societal expectations. Lady Daventry's decision to sell herself challenges traditional notions of marriage and the role of women in society. The story also delves into the complexities of relationships and the consequences of greed and ambition.The Sale of Lady Daventry is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the social and cultural norms of early 20th century England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction and exploring the complexities of human relationships.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: 1167238346
• ISBN13: 9781167238345
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"