Publisher's Synopsis
Miss Or Mrs.? is a novel written by the renowned British author, Wilkie Collins. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Natalie Graybrooke. The novel is set in the mid-19th century England, a time when women were not allowed to own property, and their lives were largely controlled by men.Natalie is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is married to a wealthy man named Mr. Herbert Linley. However, their relationship is not a happy one, and Natalie finds herself attracted to another man, a young artist named Launcelot Linzie. As the story progresses, Natalie's situation becomes increasingly complicated, and she must decide whether to remain with her husband or pursue a life with Launcelot.The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and the role of women in society. Collins is known for his intricate plots and vivid characters, and Miss Or Mrs.? is no exception. The novel is full of twists and turns, and readers will be kept on the edge of their seats until the very end.Overall, Miss Or Mrs.? is a fascinating and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in Victorian England. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and anyone interested in the history of women's rights.""Now for the Law of Clandestine Marriage!"" said Lady Winwood. ""Mr. Linzie, we will take it sitting."" She led the way to one of the benches in the garden, and placed Launce between Natalie and herself. ""Well, Chief Conspirator, have you got the License? No? Does it cost too much? Can I lend you the money?""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.