Publisher's Synopsis
Carwell: Or Crime and Sorrow is a novel written by Caroline Henriette Sheridan and first published in 1830. The story is set in London and revolves around the life of the titular character, Carwell. Carwell is a beautiful young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love in order to save her family from financial ruin. Her husband, Sir Thomas Carwell, is a wealthy but cruel and abusive man who makes her life miserable. Carwell finds solace in the company of a handsome young man named Henry Melville, with whom she falls in love. However, their relationship is discovered by Sir Thomas, who becomes even more violent and abusive towards Carwell. She is eventually forced to flee from her husband's home, taking refuge with a group of outcasts and criminals. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption, as well as the social and economic inequalities of 19th century England. It also portrays the struggles of women in a patriarchal society and the consequences of societal expectations on their lives. Overall, Carwell: Or Crime and Sorrow is a gripping tale of love and survival in the face of adversity, and a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the 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.
