Publisher's Synopsis
In Four Reigns: The Recollections Of Althea Allingham, 1785-1842 is a historical novel written by Emma Marshall and published in 1887. The book is a first-person account of the life of Althea Allingham, a fictional character who lived through four reigns in England: George III, George IV, William IV, and Victoria. The novel is set in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and it follows Althea's life from her childhood in a small village to her adulthood as a wife and mother in London. Through her recollections, readers get a glimpse of what life was like during this time period, including the social norms, fashion, and politics of the day. The book also explores the themes of love, family, and duty. Althea's life is filled with both joy and tragedy, and she must navigate the challenges of marriage, motherhood, and societal expectations. Overall, In Four Reigns: The Recollections Of Althea Allingham, 1785-1842 is a richly detailed and engaging historical novel that offers a fascinating look at life in England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.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.
