Publisher's Synopsis

Discipline: A Novel is a literary work by Mary Brunton, published in 1832. The novel follows the story of a young woman named Grace Melville, who is forced to leave her comfortable life in Edinburgh to live with her aunt in a remote Scottish village. Grace struggles to adapt to her new surroundings and the strict religious beliefs of her aunt, who insists on a life of discipline and self-denial. As Grace tries to find her place in this new world, she meets a young minister named Mr. Lindsay, who becomes a source of comfort and guidance for her. However, their relationship is complicated by the presence of another woman, Lady Emily, who has her own designs on Mr. Lindsay. Throughout the novel, Brunton explores themes of religion, morality, and the role of women in society. She presents a vivid portrait of life in rural Scotland in the early 19th century, with its stark beauty, harsh living conditions, and deeply ingrained traditions. Discipline: A Novel is a compelling work of fiction that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature and the social and cultural context of early 19th-century Scotland.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781164046882
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 482
Weight: 639g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 24mm