By Proxy V1 (1878)

""By Proxy V1"" is a novel written by James Payn and published in 1878. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Lucy, who is forced to marry a man she does not love due to financial reasons. However, she soon discovers that her husband is a gambler and a womanizer, and she becomes increasingly unhappy with her situation. Lucy's life takes a turn when she meets a man named Ralph, who is charming and kind. They fall in love, but Lucy is trapped in her marriage and cannot leave her husband without facing social and financial ruin. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and social class, as well as the limitations placed on women in Victorian society. It also delves into the world of gambling and the consequences of addiction. Overall, ""By Proxy V1"" is a gripping tale of love and sacrifice, and a commentary on the societal norms 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.