The Man In Possession (1891)

The Man In Possession (1891)

Rita

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437314823
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The Man in Possession is a novel written by Rita and originally published in 1891. The story follows the life of a young woman named Clare who inherits a property from her late uncle. However, the property comes with a condition that she must marry the man who is already living there, a man named Maurice. Clare is reluctant to marry Maurice, but she soon finds herself falling in love with him.The novel is a romantic comedy that explores the themes of love, marriage, and social class. It also delves into the concept of property ownership and the role of women in society during the late 19th century.Throughout the story, the characters navigate the challenges of their social status and the expectations placed upon them by society. The novel also features a cast of supporting characters, including Clare’s aunt and uncle, who provide comedic relief and add depth to the story.Overall, The Man in Possession is a charming and entertaining novel that provides a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of the time period. It is a classic romance that will appeal to fans of the genre and 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.

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