A Wily Widow V3 (1888)

A Wily Widow V3 (1888)

Henry Cresswell

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781120135551
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A Wily Widow V3 is a novel written by Henry Cresswell and originally published in 1888. The story follows the life of a cunning widow who uses her wit and charm to manipulate those around her and climb the social ladder. Set in Victorian England, the novel explores themes of class, gender, and power. The protagonist, Mrs. Montague, is a complex character who is both admired and feared by those who know her. As she navigates the intricacies of high society, she must also deal with the consequences of her actions and the secrets that threaten to unravel her carefully constructed facade. The novel is a gripping tale of ambition and deception that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Victorian elite.In Three 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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