Cherry And Violet

""Cherry and Violet: A Tale of the Great Plague"" is a historical novel written by Anne Manning and originally published in 1897. The story is set in London during the time of the Great Plague in 1665 and follows the lives of two young girls, Cherry and Violet, who come from different backgrounds but become friends.Cherry is the daughter of a wealthy merchant, while Violet is an orphan who lives with her grandmother and works as a seamstress. Despite their differences, the two girls bond over their love of books and their desire to learn more about the world around them.As the Great Plague spreads throughout London, Cherry and Violet must navigate the dangers and hardships of the disease, including the loss of loved ones and the fear of infection. Along the way, they encounter a cast of characters, both good and bad, who help them or hinder them in their quest for survival.Through the eyes of Cherry and Violet, readers gain a vivid and poignant glimpse into the devastating effects of the Great Plague on ordinary people's lives. Manning's writing is both engaging and informative, drawing on historical research to create a compelling and realistic portrayal of this tragic period in English history.Overall, ""Cherry and Violet: A Tale of the Great Plague"" is a beautifully written and emotionally resonant novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant events in English history.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.