Danesbury House (1860) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436818155)

Danesbury House is a novel written by Mrs. Henry Wood and published in 1860. The story is set in England and revolves around the lives of two families - the Danesburys and the Thornes. The Danesburys are a wealthy family who live in a magnificent mansion, while the Thornes are a humble family who live in a small cottage nearby.The novel follows the lives of the two families as they navigate through various challenges and obstacles. The Danesburys are plagued by family secrets and scandals, while the Thornes struggle to make ends meet. The story also explores themes of love, betrayal, and class differences.The main character of the novel is Lady Adela Danesbury, the daughter of the Danesbury family. She is a strong-willed and independent woman who defies the expectations of society and falls in love with a man from a lower class. The novel also features a cast of complex and well-developed characters, including Lady Adela's father, Sir John Danesbury, and the Thornes' eldest son, Arthur.Overall, Danesbury House is a gripping and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of Victorian-era English families. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day.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: Henry Wood Wood
ISBN-10: 143681815X
ISBN-13: 9781436818155
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 356
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.74d