Sir Jaffray's Wife (1898)

By Arthur W. Marchmont

Book Overview

Sir Jaffray's Wife is a novel written by Arthur Williams Marchmont and published in 1898. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Lady Edith, who marries the wealthy and titled Sir Jaffray. The novel explores the challenges and complexities of their marriage, as well as the societal expectations and pressures that come with their status. As the story progresses, Lady Edith begins to realize that her husband is not as perfect as she once thought. She discovers that he has a dark secret, which threatens to destroy their marriage and reputation. Amidst this turmoil, Lady Edith must navigate the expectations of her family and society, while also trying to protect her own happiness and well-being. The novel is set in the late 19th century and provides a vivid portrayal of the social norms and expectations of the time. It also explores themes of love, marriage, betrayal, and redemption. Sir Jaffray's Wife is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a nuanced perspective on the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of navigating societal expectations.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: 1104305402
• ISBN13: 9781104305406
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"