Publisher's Synopsis
Mistress Matchett's Mistake: A Very Old Story is a novel written by Emma Marshall and originally published in 1887. The story is set in England during the 17th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Matchett. Mary is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and is engaged to be married to a young man named George. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she is falsely accused of stealing a valuable necklace from her future mother-in-law.Despite her protests of innocence, Mary is banished from her home and forced to live on the streets. She eventually finds refuge with a group of Quakers who take her in and help her start a new life. Along the way, Mary learns important lessons about forgiveness, trust, and the power of love.Mistress Matchett's Mistake: A Very Old Story is a classic tale of redemption and second chances. It offers a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of 17th century England, as well as the religious beliefs and practices of the Quaker community. Emma Marshall's writing style is engaging and descriptive, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the story and connect with the characters. Overall, this is a timeless novel that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
