Edith: A Tale Of The Present Day (1881)

Edith: A Tale of the Present Day is a novel written by Mary Elizabeth Herbert and published in 1881. The story revolves around the eponymous character, Edith, who is a young woman living in England during the Victorian era. Edith is a complex character who struggles with the societal expectations placed upon her as a woman, as well as the expectations of her family and friends.The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and social status, as well as the changing roles of women in Victorian society. Edith is torn between her desire for independence and her duty to her family, particularly her father, who is a wealthy landowner. She is also torn between two suitors: the wealthy and titled Lord Delamere, who represents the traditional expectations of society, and the handsome and charming Charles Percy, who represents a more progressive view of love and marriage.As the story unfolds, Edith must navigate these conflicting desires and expectations, and ultimately make a choice that will shape the course of her life. Along the way, she encounters a cast of memorable characters, including her best friend, Lady Emily, and her father's scheming business partner, Mr. Brownlow.Edith: A Tale of the Present Day is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into Victorian society and the challenges faced by women of the era. With its complex characters, richly detailed setting, and engaging plot, it is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and 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.