The Valley of Poppies Volume 1 is a novel written by Joseph Hatton and first published in 1872. The story is set in the picturesque village of Heddington, located in the heart of the English countryside. The main character, a young woman named Sybil, is forced to leave her home and move to London after her father's death. There, she meets a wealthy and influential man named Mr. Carlyle, who takes an interest in her and offers to help her find a job. However, Sybil soon realizes that Mr. Carlyle has ulterior motives and is not the kind and generous man he appears to be. As she struggles to navigate the treacherous waters of London society, Sybil is forced to confront her own fears and desires, and must make difficult choices that will determine the course of her life. The Valley of Poppies is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption, set against the backdrop of Victorian England.In Two 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.