Publisher's Synopsis
""Eve Effingham V1: Or Home"" is a novel written by James Fenimore Cooper and originally published in 1838. The story follows the titular character, Eve Effingham, a wealthy and beautiful young woman who returns to her family's estate in New York after spending several years in Europe. As she navigates the social expectations and romantic pursuits of her society, Eve must also confront the realities of class and gender inequality.The novel explores themes of love, marriage, family, and societal norms, as well as the tension between tradition and progress. It also offers a glimpse into the cultural and political landscape of early 19th century America, as Cooper includes references to contemporary issues such as slavery and the growing divide between rural and urban communities.Overall, ""Eve Effingham V1: Or Home"" is a complex and nuanced portrait of a young woman's journey towards self-discovery and independence in a rapidly changing world.In Three Volumes.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.
