Mr. Faversham's New Year's Guest (1873)

Mr. Faversham's New Year's Guest is a Victorian novel published in 1873 by an anonymous author. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the life of Mr. Faversham, a wealthy landowner who is hosting a New Year's Eve party at his estate. The guests include his close friends and family, as well as some unexpected visitors.The main plot revolves around the arrival of a mysterious woman named Mrs. Merton, who claims to be a distant relative of Mr. Faversham. Her presence creates tension and suspicion among the guests, especially when she begins to ask probing questions about the family's past. As the night progresses, secrets are revealed, and the true identity of Mrs. Merton is uncovered.The novel explores themes of family, love, and betrayal, as well as the social norms and expectations of Victorian society. It also provides a glimpse into the lives of the upper class during this time period, including their lavish parties, extravagant lifestyles, and complex relationships.Overall, Mr. Faversham's New Year's Guest is a captivating tale of intrigue and drama, filled with memorable characters and unexpected twists. It offers a fascinating glimpse into Victorian society and the complexities of human relationships.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.