An Unknown Country (1887)

An Unknown Country is a novel written by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik and published in 1887. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Hester Kirton, who is forced to leave her home in England and travel to an unknown country in order to start a new life. Hester's journey is fraught with danger and uncertainty, as she struggles to adapt to her new surroundings and forge a new identity for herself. Along the way, she encounters a variety of colorful characters, including a mysterious stranger who seems to know more about her past than he lets on. As Hester navigates the challenges of her new life, she must confront her own fears and insecurities, and ultimately find the strength to build a new future for herself in this unknown country. The novel is a powerful exploration of identity, belonging, and the human spirit, and has been praised for its vivid descriptions of the natural world and its sensitive portrayal of the emotional struggles faced by its protagonist.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.