The Course Of True Love Never Did Run Smooth; Singleheart And Doubleface: A Matter-Of-Fact Romance (1902)

By Charles Reade

Book Overview

The Course of True Love Never Did Run Smooth; Singleheart and Doubleface: A Matter-Of-Fact Romance is a novel written by Charles Reade and published in 1902. The story revolves around the romantic relationships of the characters, which are complicated by misunderstandings and deceit. The title of the book is derived from a quote from William Shakespeare's play A Midsummer Night's Dream. The main character is a young woman named Kate, who is pursued by two men: the wealthy and handsome Captain Dodd, and the less attractive but kind-hearted Mr. Hardie. Kate is torn between her attraction to Captain Dodd and her growing feelings for Mr. Hardie. Meanwhile, Captain Dodd is not as honest as he appears, and has a secret past that threatens to ruin his chances with Kate. The novel explores themes of love, deception, and social class, as well as the idea that true love requires honesty and trust. The story is set in England in the late 19th century, and provides a glimpse into the social norms and customs of the time. Overall, The Course of True Love Never Did Run Smooth; Singleheart and Doubleface: A Matter-Of-Fact Romance is a classic tale of love and betrayal, with memorable characters and a satisfying conclusion.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: 1163901776
• ISBN13: 9781163901779
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"