Ashford: A Novel (1878)

Ashford: A Novel is a historical fiction novel written by Anne Blount and published in 1878. The story is set in the mid-1800s in Ashford, a small English town. The protagonist, Lady Emily Ashford, is a young woman who has recently inherited her family's estate after the death of her father. She is determined to restore the estate to its former glory and make a life for herself in Ashford.As Lady Emily begins to settle into her new role as the lady of the manor, she becomes embroiled in a series of scandals and intrigues that threaten to destroy her reputation and her future. She must navigate the complex social hierarchy of Ashford and contend with scheming relatives, jealous suitors, and other challenges as she strives to maintain her dignity and independence.The novel is a richly detailed portrait of life in Victorian England, with vivid descriptions of the customs, manners, and social conventions of the time. It explores themes of love, duty, and honor, and offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of the privileged classes of the era. With its engaging plot and well-drawn characters, Ashford: A Novel is a timeless work of historical fiction that continues to captivate readers today.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.