Mistress Dorothy Marvin Being Excerpta From The Memoirs Of Sir Edward Armstrong, Baronet, Of Copeland Hall, In The County Of Somerset (1896)

""Mistress Dorothy Marvin: Being Excerpta From The Memoirs Of Sir Edward Armstrong, Baronet, Of Copeland Hall, In The County Of Somerset (1896)"" is a historical novel written by John Collis Snaith. The book is set in the 17th century and revolves around the life of Dorothy Marvin, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who becomes the mistress of Sir Edward Armstrong, a wealthy baronet from Somerset. The story is told through the eyes of Sir Edward in the form of excerpts from his memoirs.The novel explores the themes of love, betrayal, and the social norms of the time. Dorothy is a strong-willed woman who defies the expectations of her gender and social class by pursuing her own desires. Sir Edward, on the other hand, struggles with his feelings for Dorothy and his duty to his family and society.As the story unfolds, Dorothy and Sir Edward's relationship becomes increasingly complicated, leading to a scandalous affair that threatens to ruin both of their lives. The novel also delves into the political and religious turmoil of the time, with the English Civil War and the rise of Puritanism playing a significant role in the plot.Overall, ""Mistress Dorothy Marvin"" is a captivating historical novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in 17th century England. It is a story of passion, courage, and the consequences of defying societal norms.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.