Margery (1910)

Margery is a novel written by Edward Frederic Benson and first published in 1910. The story is set in England and revolves around the life of Margery Denison, a young woman from a wealthy family who is searching for love and purpose in her life. Margery is described as beautiful, intelligent, and independent, but also somewhat naive and inexperienced. The novel follows Margery as she navigates the social scene of early 20th century England, attending parties and meeting eligible bachelors. Along the way, she falls in love with several men, including a charming but unreliable artist, a wealthy and influential politician, and a kind and steady doctor. Margery must choose between these suitors and decide what kind of life she wants for herself.As the story unfolds, Margery faces various challenges and obstacles, including the disapproval of her family and the expectations of society. She also grapples with her own desires and ambitions, and must ultimately decide whether to follow her heart or conform to the expectations of others.Overall, Margery is a compelling and engaging novel that explores themes of love, ambition, and societal expectations. Benson's writing is elegant and nuanced, and his portrayal of Margery as a complex and multifaceted character is both realistic and relatable.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.