Publisher's Synopsis
Beyond the City is a novel written by the famous English author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The story is set in the late 19th century in the English countryside and follows the lives of two young women, Isabel and Violet, who are both looking for a new start in life.Isabel, a wealthy young woman, is tired of the city life and decides to move to the countryside to find peace and quiet. She meets a young man named Jack, who is a farmer and falls in love with him. However, their relationship is threatened by the arrival of Violet, a beautiful and mysterious woman who also has her sights set on Jack.As the story unfolds, Isabel and Violet become rivals for Jack's love and attention. The tension between the two women reaches a boiling point, and they are forced to confront their feelings for each other and for Jack.Beyond the City is a captivating tale of love, jealousy, and betrayal. It offers a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of the Victorian era and explores the complexities of human relationships. Conan Doyle's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and his skillful portrayal of the characters make this novel a timeless classic.He must have known or noticed something before he would speak upon such a subject. And then again Mrs. Westmacott had herself said that she hoped to change her style of living shortly and take over completely new duties. What could that mean except that she expected to marry? And whom? She seemed to see few friends outside their own little circle. She must have alluded to her father. It was a hateful thought, and yet it must be faced.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.