Throckmorton

Throckmorton is a novel written by Molly Elliot Seawell that tells the story of a wealthy and influential family living in Virginia during the late 19th century. The central character, Throckmorton, is a young man who has inherited his family's fortune and is struggling to find his place in society. As Throckmorton navigates his way through high society, he meets a variety of characters, including a beautiful young woman named Lucy, who becomes the object of his affection. However, Throckmorton's family disapproves of Lucy and tries to prevent him from pursuing a relationship with her.Throughout the novel, Throckmorton is forced to confront the expectations of his family and society, while also grappling with his own desires and ambitions. As he tries to find his place in the world, he must also confront the darker side of his family's history, including their involvement in the slave trade.Overall, Throckmorton is a complex and engaging novel that explores themes of love, family, and identity in the context of a changing society. Seawell's vivid descriptions of the Virginia landscape and her nuanced portrayal of the characters make this novel a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction.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.