Publisher's Synopsis
""Two Generations"" is a novel written by the Earl of Belfast that explores the themes of birth, parentage, and education across two generations. The story follows the lives of two families, the Maitlands and the Melvilles, and their intertwined histories. The first generation focuses on the Maitlands, a wealthy and influential family, and their daughter, Lady Constance. Lady Constance falls in love with a man from a lower social class, causing tension and conflict within the family. The second generation follows the Melvilles, a family of modest means, and their son, George, who becomes embroiled in a scandalous affair with Lady Constance's daughter. The novel delves into the social mores and expectations of the time, as well as the consequences of defying them. Through the characters' experiences, the novel explores the importance of education and upbringing in shaping one's identity and place in society. Overall, ""Two Generations"" is a captivating tale of love, family, and societal expectations that will leave readers engrossed until the very end.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.
