Publisher's Synopsis
The Rose of Avondale is a novel written by Elizabeth Mary Parker and published in 1872. The story is set in England and follows the life of a young woman named Rose, who is the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Rose is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is loved by many, including her childhood friend, Charles, and a young gentleman named Arthur.As the story unfolds, Rose's father dies, leaving her and her mother with a large estate to manage. Rose is determined to prove herself as a capable and independent woman, and she takes on the responsibility of running the estate with the help of her mother and a loyal servant named Hannah.However, Rose's life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers a dark secret about her father's past. This discovery threatens to destroy everything she has worked for and puts her in danger. Rose must navigate the treacherous waters of society and confront her own fears and doubts in order to protect her family and her own reputation.The Rose of Avondale is a classic Victorian novel that explores themes of love, loyalty, and social class. It is a compelling tale of a young woman's journey to find her place in the world and overcome the obstacles that stand in her way.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.
