Cousin Elizabeth (1830)

Cousin Elizabeth is a novel written by Leonard Crocker Bowles and published in 1830. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Elizabeth, who is sent to live with her wealthy cousin in London after the death of her parents. Elizabeth is initially overwhelmed by the opulence and glamour of her cousin's lifestyle, but soon realizes that it comes at a cost. She becomes disillusioned with the shallow and superficial society that surrounds her and longs for a simpler and more meaningful existence. Along the way, Elizabeth experiences love, heartbreak, and betrayal, and must navigate the complex social hierarchies of 19th century England. The novel is a poignant commentary on the corrupting influence of wealth and the importance of staying true to oneself in the face of societal pressure. With its vivid characters and evocative descriptions of London life, Cousin Elizabeth is a classic work of English literature that continues to resonate with 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.