Westover Of Wanalah: A Story Of Love And Life In Old Virginia

By George Cary Eggleston

Book Overview

Westover of Wanalah is a novel written by George Cary Eggleston that tells the story of the life and love of a young woman named Westover in Old Virginia. The novel is set in the late 18th and early 19th centuries and follows Westover's journey as she navigates the complexities of love, family, and societal expectations.Westover is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner and is expected to marry a man of her father's choosing. However, she falls in love with a young lawyer named Harry Beverley, who is not deemed suitable by her father. Despite the disapproval of her family, Westover and Harry continue their relationship in secret, and their love for each other grows stronger.As the story progresses, Westover faces several challenges, including the death of her mother, the outbreak of the American Revolution, and the loss of her family's wealth. Through it all, she remains steadfast in her love for Harry and her determination to live life on her own terms.Westover of Wanalah is a timeless tale of love, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity. Eggleston's vivid descriptions of life in Old Virginia transport readers to a bygone era, while his characters' struggles and triumphs resonate with readers of all ages. This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction and stories of love and perseverance.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: 1163798886
• ISBN13: 9781163798881
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"