Squire Hardman's Daughter (1874)

Squire Hardman's Daughter is a novel written by John McLaughlin and published in 1874. The story is set in rural England and follows the life of a young woman named Lucy Hardman, the daughter of a wealthy squire. Lucy is a beautiful and intelligent young woman, but she is also headstrong and independent, which causes tension between her and her father. As the story progresses, Lucy falls in love with a young man named Ralph, who is not of the same social standing as her. This creates further conflict between Lucy and her father, who disapproves of the match. Despite the obstacles they face, Lucy and Ralph continue to pursue their love for each other, leading to a dramatic climax that tests their relationship and forces them to make difficult choices.Squire Hardman's Daughter is a classic Victorian novel that explores themes of love, class, and family relationships. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in rural England during the 19th century and provides insight into the social and cultural norms of the time. Overall, the novel is a compelling and engaging read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and romance.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.