Edith Vernon: Or Crime and Retribution (1845)

Edith Vernon: Or Crime And Retribution is a novel written by Francis Alexander Durivage and originally published in 1845. The story follows the titular character, Edith Vernon, who is wrongly accused of a crime and must fight to clear her name and seek justice. The novel is set in the early 19th century and explores themes of class, gender, and justice. Edith is a young woman from a wealthy family who is engaged to a man named Henry, but her life is turned upside down when she is accused of stealing a valuable necklace from a family friend. Despite her protests of innocence, Edith is arrested and put on trial, facing the possibility of a life sentence in prison.As the story unfolds, Edith's fianc????? Henry works tirelessly to prove her innocence and uncover the true culprit behind the theft. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a cunning detective, a vengeful rival, and a wealthy heiress with a dark secret.Edith Vernon: Or Crime And Retribution is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, with a strong female protagonist who refuses to be silenced or defeated by the injustices of her time. It is a classic work of American literature that still resonates 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.