The Ward Of Thorpe-Combe (1842)

The Ward of Thorpe-Combe is a novel written by Frances Trollope in 1842. The story follows the life of a young girl named Gertrude Stedman, who is left an orphan and becomes the ward of her wealthy and influential uncle, Sir Edward Thorpe. Gertrude is sent to live with her uncle and his family in their grand estate in the English countryside, where she is introduced to a new world of luxury and privilege.However, Gertrude soon discovers that life in Thorpe-Combe is not as idyllic as it seems. She is faced with a series of challenges and obstacles, including the disapproval of her uncle's wife, Lady Thorpe, who sees Gertrude as a threat to her own daughters. Gertrude also finds herself caught up in a web of deceit and manipulation, as various characters in the household vie for power and influence.As the story unfolds, Gertrude must navigate this complex social landscape while also grappling with her own feelings of loneliness and isolation. She develops close relationships with several members of the household, including her cousin, Charles Thorpe, and the family's governess, Miss Pratt. Through these relationships, Gertrude begins to understand the true nature of the people around her, and she comes to realize that wealth and status do not necessarily bring happiness or fulfillment.Overall, The Ward of Thorpe-Combe is a compelling and insightful novel that explores themes of family, class, and identity in nineteenth-century England. Trollope's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and her nuanced portrayal of the characters make this book a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature.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.