Publisher's Synopsis
The Memoirs of Mary Selwyn or A Lesson in Concealment is a novel written by Charles Brockden Brown. The book follows the story of Mary Selwyn, a young woman who is forced to navigate the complexities of society and the secrets that she must keep hidden. The novel is set in the late 18th century in Philadelphia, and it explores the themes of love, betrayal, and deception.Mary Selwyn is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is admired by many in her social circle. However, she harbors a deep secret that she must keep hidden from everyone around her. As the story unfolds, Mary must navigate the complicated relationships she has with her family and friends, while also trying to keep her secret safe.The Memoirs of Mary Selwyn or A Lesson in Concealment is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and secrecy. It is a classic novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the lengths that people will go to in order to protect their secrets. Charles Brockden Brown's writing is rich and engaging, and readers will be drawn into the story from the very first page. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and tales of intrigue and suspense.Infamous account of a woman who dies after revelations about her sexual history.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.
