Edith

Edith: A Tale of the Present Day is a novel written by Mary Elizabeth Herbert in 1881. The novel is set in England during the Victorian era and follows the story of Edith, a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. Edith's father is in debt and arranges the marriage to save his family's financial status. As Edith struggles to come to terms with her new life, she meets a man named Arthur who she falls in love with. However, their love is forbidden due to their social class differences and Edith's marriage. Edith must navigate the societal expectations of the time while also trying to follow her heart.The novel explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations during the Victorian era. It also touches on the struggles of women during the time period and the limited options they had in terms of marriage and independence. Overall, Edith: A Tale of the Present Day is a compelling novel that offers insight into the social norms and expectations of Victorian England. Herbert's writing is both thought-provoking and engaging, making this novel a must-read for fans of historical fiction.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.