The Danvers Papers: An Invention (1867)

""The Danvers Papers: An Invention"" is a novel written by Charlotte Mary Yonge and published in 1867. The story follows the lives of two families, the Danvers and the Wilmots, who are connected through marriage. The novel is set in England during the 19th century and explores themes of family relationships, love, and betrayal.The plot revolves around the discovery of a set of papers that reveal a long-held family secret. The papers were written by a member of the Danvers family, and they reveal that one of the Wilmot sons is not actually a Wilmot but a Danvers. The revelation causes tension and conflict between the two families, and the Wilmot son in question must come to terms with his true identity.Throughout the novel, the characters grapple with their own personal struggles and relationships, including a love triangle between two of the Wilmot brothers and a young woman named Lucy. The novel also touches on social issues of the time, such as the role of women and the class divide.Overall, ""The Danvers Papers: An Invention"" is a complex and engaging novel that delves into the intricacies of family dynamics and personal identity. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in 19th-century literature and social issues.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.