Publisher's Synopsis
Aimee: A Tale of the Days of James the Second is a historical fiction novel written by Agnes Giberne and originally published in 1872. The story is set during the reign of King James II of England and follows the life of a young girl named Aimee, who is orphaned at a young age and taken in by a wealthy family. Aimee struggles to find her place in society as she navigates the political and social upheaval of the time. Along the way, she falls in love with a young man named Francis, but their relationship is threatened by the political tensions of the era. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for power in a tumultuous historical period. Giberne's vivid descriptions of life in 17th century England provide a rich backdrop for the story, and her characters are complex and engaging. Aimee: A Tale of the Days of James the Second is a compelling historical novel that offers a glimpse into a fascinating period of English history.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.
