The Percys (1870)

The Percys is a novel written by Elizabeth Prentiss and originally published in 1870. The story follows the lives of the Percy family, a wealthy and influential family living in New York City during the mid-19th century. The family consists of the patriarch, Mr. Percy, his wife, Mrs. Percy, and their four children: Alice, Walter, Harry, and Grace.The novel explores the family's relationships with each other and with the wider society around them. Alice, the eldest daughter, is a talented musician and struggles with her desire to pursue her passion while also fulfilling her duties as a daughter and potential wife. Walter, the eldest son, is a successful businessman but struggles with his own insecurities and fears of failure. Harry, the second son, is a rebellious young man who clashes with his father and struggles to find his place in the world. Grace, the youngest daughter, is a sweet and innocent girl who becomes the object of a young man's affections.Throughout the novel, the Percy family faces various challenges and trials, including financial difficulties, health problems, and romantic entanglements. They must navigate these challenges while also maintaining their status and reputation in society.The Percys is a classic example of 19th-century American literature, exploring themes of family, love, and social class. It is a poignant and engaging story that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and family dramas.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.