Temptation: Or The Unknown Heiress (1855) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104381028)

Temptation: Or The Unknown Heiress is a novel written by John Frederick Smith and published in 1855. The story revolves around a young woman named Fanny Wilmot, who is left orphaned and penniless after the death of her parents. Fanny is taken in by her wealthy aunt, Lady Lisle, who treats her with disdain and cruelty. Despite this, Fanny remains determined to make a life for herself and eventually discovers that she is the heiress to a vast fortune.As Fanny navigates the complexities of her newfound wealth, she must also contend with the advances of several suitors, including the charming but unscrupulous Lord Lovaine. Fanny's moral compass is tested as she is tempted by the allure of wealth and power, but ultimately she must decide what truly matters to her.Temptation: Or The Unknown Heiress is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and the struggle between material wealth and personal integrity. It is a classic example of Victorian-era literature, with its vivid descriptions of society and the human condition.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: John Frederick Smith
ISBN-10: 1104381028
ISBN-13: 9781104381028
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/27/2009
Pages: 236
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d