Absenteeism (1825) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436759441)

Absenteeism is a novel written by Sydney Morgan and published in 1825. The story follows the lives of two young women, Emily and Caroline, who are left to fend for themselves when their father, a wealthy absentee landlord, leaves them to live in London. The novel explores the consequences of absenteeism, as the sisters struggle to manage their estate and deal with the challenges of rural life without their father's guidance. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters, including a handsome young farmer and a scheming land agent, who add to the drama and intrigue of the plot. Through the eyes of Emily and Caroline, the reader is given a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in rural England during the early 19th century, as well as an exploration of the themes of family, duty, and responsibility. Overall, Absenteeism is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the social and economic issues of its time.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.

Author: Sydney Morgan
ISBN-10: 1436759447
ISBN-13: 9781436759441
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 188
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.40d