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Netley Hall: Or The Wife's Sister (1860)

Netley Hall: Or The Wife's Sister (1860)

Watson, William Davy

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ISBN10: 1104196689
ISBN13: 9781104196684
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 20 2009
Pages: 360
Weight: 1.06
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Netley Hall: Or The Wife�������s Sister is a novel written by William Davy Watson and published in 1860. The story revolves around the wealthy and aristocratic Netley family, who reside in the grand Netley Hall. The patriarch of the family, Sir John Netley, is a proud and stubborn man who is determined to maintain his family's reputation and social standing.The plot of the novel unfolds when Sir John's son, Charles, falls in love with his wife's sister, Emily. Emily is a beautiful and charming young woman who is admired by many, including Charles. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Sir John disapproves of the match and forbids Charles from marrying Emily.As the story progresses, the characters become embroiled in a series of scandals and secrets that threaten to tear the family apart. There are also several subplots, including a love triangle between Emily, Charles, and another suitor, as well as a mystery surrounding the disappearance of a valuable family heirloom.Throughout the novel, Watson explores themes of love, family, class, and societal expectations. The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, with their flaws and virtues on full display. The novel also provides a vivid portrait of Victorian-era England, with its rigid social hierarchy and strict moral codes.Overall, Netley Hall: Or The Wife�������s Sister is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of the English aristocracy during the 19th century.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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