Mrs. Belfort's Stratagem (1904)

Mrs. Belfort's Stratagem is a novel written by Thomas Cobb and originally published in 1904. The story follows the titular character, Mrs. Belfort, a wealthy and cunning widow who seeks to secure her fortune by marrying off her daughter to a suitable suitor. Along the way, Mrs. Belfort employs a variety of schemes and stratagems to manipulate and outmaneuver those around her, including her daughter's potential suitors, her own family members, and even the local clergy. As the story unfolds, Mrs. Belfort's true motives and character are gradually revealed, leading to a surprising and satisfying conclusion. With its sharp wit, engaging characters, and intricate plot, Mrs. Belfort's Stratagem is a classic example of early 20th-century English literature and a must-read for fans of the genre.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.