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Almacks V2: A Novel (1827)

Almacks V2: A Novel (1827)

Hudson, Marianne Spencer Stanhope

Hardcover

Christian FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN10: 1436531179
ISBN13: 9781436531177
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 2 2008
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.51
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Almacks V2: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Marianne Spencer Stanhope Hudson and originally published in 1827. The novel is set in Regency-era England and follows the lives of a group of young women as they navigate the social scene of London's elite. The story takes place primarily at Almack's Assembly Rooms, a prestigious venue where the most fashionable and wealthy members of society gather to dance, flirt, and see and be seen.The novel's main character is Lady Emily, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is determined to secure a good marriage and secure her family's financial future. Along with her friends and fellow debutantes, Lady Emily attends Almack's regularly, hoping to catch the eye of a wealthy and eligible bachelor. However, the young women soon discover that the social scene at Almack's is more complicated and treacherous than they had anticipated, and they must navigate a series of romantic entanglements, jealous rivalries, and scandalous secrets in order to find happiness and success.Throughout the novel, Hudson offers a vivid and detailed portrayal of Regency-era society, with its strict codes of conduct, elaborate fashions, and complex social hierarchies. The novel also explores themes of love, friendship, ambition, and betrayal, as the characters struggle to balance their desires and aspirations with the expectations of their families and society at large.Overall, Almacks V2: A Novel is a captivating and entertaining work of historical fiction that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Regency-era England.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.

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