Dr. Harcourt’s Assistant V1: A Tale of the Present Day (1868)

Dr. Harcourt's Assistant V1: A Tale Of The Present Day is a novel written by Mary Clementina Hibbert Ware and published in 1868. The story revolves around a young woman named Florence, who becomes the assistant of Dr. Harcourt, a renowned physician. As Florence becomes more involved in the doctor's work, she discovers the dark secrets of his past and the true nature of his medical practices. Along the way, she also falls in love with Dr. Harcourt's son, but their relationship is threatened by the doctor's disapproval. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and the ethics of medicine in the 19th century. It is a gripping tale that offers a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the time.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.