The Tragic Bride (1921)

The Tragic Bride is a novel written by Francis Brett Young and first published in 1921. The story is set in the English countryside and revolves around the lives of two families, the Cherrys and the Ellises. The Cherry family is headed by the wealthy and influential Sir John Cherry, while the Ellis family is of a lower social status.The novel follows the story of the tragic bride, Gilda Ellis, who marries Sir John's son, Arthur Cherry. Gilda is a beautiful and innocent young woman who falls in love with Arthur, but their marriage is not a happy one. Arthur is cold and distant, and Gilda is left alone most of the time. She becomes increasingly isolated and unhappy, and her mental health begins to deteriorate.As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed, and the true nature of the characters is exposed. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, class, and mental health. It is a poignant and tragic tale that leaves a lasting impression on the reader.Overall, The Tragic Bride is a beautifully written novel that captures the essence of English country life in the early 20th century. It is a classic work of literature that continues to be read and admired to this day.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.