The Pity Of It V1 (1884)

The Pity of It V1 is a book written by Mrs. M. E. Smith and was first published in 1884. The book is a historical novel set in the early 19th century and tells the story of a young woman named Lucy who is forced to leave her home and family due to financial difficulties. She is taken in by a wealthy family, the Maitlands, who become her new guardians.Lucy soon becomes enamored with the Maitland's son, Arthur, who is engaged to another woman. As Lucy struggles to come to terms with her feelings for Arthur, she also faces challenges from the other members of the Maitland family who view her as an outsider.The book explores themes of love, class, and social status in 19th century England. It also touches on the struggles of women during this time period, particularly those who were forced to rely on the generosity of others for their survival.Overall, The Pity of It V1 is a captivating historical novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in 19th century England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or women's literature.In Three Volumes.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.