The Tutor's Ward is a two-volume novel written by Felicia Mary Skene and first published in 1851. The story follows the life of a young girl named Edith, who becomes the ward of her tutor, Mr. Merton, after the death of her father. As Edith grows up, she begins to develop romantic feelings for Mr. Merton, who is much older than her. However, Mr. Merton is engaged to another woman, and Edith must come to terms with her unrequited love.The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the societal expectations placed on women in the 19th century. It also delves into the complexities of relationships between people of different ages and social classes. The Tutor's Ward is a compelling and emotional story that offers a glimpse into Victorian-era England and the struggles faced by women during that time.In Two 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.
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