Publisher's Synopsis
The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly is a novel written by Charles James Lever in 1872. Set in the Victorian era, the story follows the lives of the Bramleigh family who reside in the grand estate of Bishop's Folly. The patriarch of the family, Sir Harry Bramleigh, is a wealthy and influential man who is involved in politics and social affairs. His wife, Lady Augusta, is a strong-willed woman who is determined to maintain the family's position in society. The couple has three children: George, who is a soldier; Jack, who is a gambler; and Sybella, who is a beautiful and intelligent young woman.The novel explores the dynamics of the Bramleigh family and their relationships with each other and the people around them. George falls in love with a young woman named Lucy Dashwood, but their relationship is threatened by his duty to serve in the army. Jack, on the other hand, becomes involved in a scandalous affair with a married woman, which puts the family's reputation at risk. Sybella, who is courted by several suitors, must navigate the complexities of love and marriage in Victorian society.As the story unfolds, the Bramleighs face various challenges and obstacles, including financial troubles and personal tragedies. Through it all, they must rely on their resilience and strength to overcome these difficulties and maintain their place in society.The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly is a compelling tale of family, love, and ambition set against the backdrop of Victorian England. Lever's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this novel a classic of its time.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.
