Publisher's Synopsis
Ferne Fleming: A Novel is a literary work written by Catherine Ann Warfield and originally published in 1877. The novel is set in the mid-19th century and revolves around the life of the titular character, Ferne Fleming, a young woman who is forced to leave her home in Virginia and move to New York City after her father's death. The story follows Ferne as she navigates the challenges of city life and tries to make a new life for herself. Along the way, she encounters a diverse cast of characters, including a wealthy businessman, a struggling artist, and a young doctor. As Ferne adjusts to her new surroundings, she also grapples with personal issues, such as her feelings of loneliness and isolation, her desire to find love and companionship, and her struggle to reconcile her Southern roots with the fast-paced, urban lifestyle of New York City. Throughout the novel, Warfield explores themes such as identity, class, and gender roles, and offers a nuanced portrayal of life in America during the mid-19th century. Ferne Fleming: A Novel is a compelling work of historical fiction that offers a glimpse into a bygone era and the challenges faced by women during that 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.
