Old Margaret V1: A Novel (1871)

Old Margaret V1: A Novel is a book written by Henry Kingsley and published in 1871. The novel is a historical fiction that takes place during the 17th century in England. The story revolves around the life of an elderly woman named Margaret, who is a widow and lives alone in a small cottage in the countryside.Margaret is a strong-willed and independent woman who has lived a difficult life. She has faced many challenges and hardships, including the loss of her husband and children, as well as the persecution of her family for their religious beliefs. Despite these difficulties, Margaret remains resilient and determined to live her life on her own terms.As the story unfolds, Margaret becomes involved in the lives of the people in her village, including a young couple who are struggling to make ends meet, a group of travelers who pass through the area, and a wealthy landowner who becomes enamored with her.Throughout the novel, Kingsley explores themes of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit. He also provides a vivid and detailed portrait of life in 17th century England, including the social and political tensions of the time.Overall, Old Margaret V1: A Novel is a compelling and engaging work of historical fiction that offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during a tumultuous period in English history.In Two Volumes.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.