Thorpe Regis: A Novel (1874)

By Frances Mary Peard

Book Overview

Thorpe Regis: A Novel is a book written by Frances Mary Peard and published in 1874. The novel is set in the fictional town of Thorpe Regis, which is located in the county of Somerset, England. The story revolves around the lives of the residents of Thorpe Regis, particularly the wealthy and influential members of society. The main character is Miss Merton, a young woman who moves to Thorpe Regis to live with her aunt and uncle. Miss Merton is a strong and independent woman who quickly becomes involved in the social scene of Thorpe Regis. She is courted by several eligible bachelors, but ultimately falls in love with a man who is not considered suitable by the town's elite. The novel explores themes of social class, love, and the struggle for independence in a society that values conformity. Thorpe Regis: A Novel is a classic work of Victorian literature that provides a window into the social norms and values of the time.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: 1167234871
• ISBN13: 9781167234873
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 440 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"