Publisher's Synopsis
The Country Parson's Wife is a novel written by Louisa Lane Clarke. The story is set in the 19th century and revolves around the life of a parson's wife named Mary Lennox. Mary is married to a country parson named William Lennox and lives in a small village in England.The novel explores the challenges and struggles faced by Mary as she tries to adjust to her new life as a parson's wife. She is expected to be the perfect hostess, manage the household, and support her husband in his duties as a clergyman. Mary's life is further complicated by the arrival of a new curate, Mr. Edward Wentworth, who is handsome, charming, and has a mysterious past.As the story progresses, Mary finds herself drawn to Mr. Wentworth, despite her loyalty to her husband. She struggles with her feelings and tries to maintain her dignity and reputation in the village. Meanwhile, her husband becomes increasingly distant and preoccupied with his work, leaving Mary feeling neglected and alone.The novel is a poignant portrayal of the social norms and expectations of the time, and the challenges faced by women in fulfilling their roles as wives and mothers. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, and the consequences of following one's heart over one's duty.Overall, The Country Parson's Wife is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and romance.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.
