Dumaresq's Daughter: A Novel (1891)

By Grant Allen

Book Overview

Dumaresq's Daughter is a novel written by British author Grant Allen and first published in 1891. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Sybil Dumaresq. Sybil is the daughter of a wealthy and respected family, but her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a man who is not considered suitable by her family.The novel explores themes of class, love, and societal expectations. Sybil's struggle to follow her heart while also adhering to the expectations of her family and society is at the heart of the story. The novel also delves into the lives of other characters in Sybil's world, including her father and her love interest.Throughout the book, Allen paints a vivid picture of Victorian society, with its strict codes of conduct and expectations. The characters are well-drawn and complex, and the plot is filled with twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the very end. Dumaresq's Daughter is a classic Victorian novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into the social mores 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: 1436826683
• ISBN13: 9781436826686
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"