Morley Ernstein V1-2: Or The Tenants Of The Heart is a novel written by George Payne Rainsford James and originally published in 1864. The story follows the life of Morley Ernstein, a young man who inherits an estate in England and travels there from his home in India to take possession of it. Along the way, he meets and falls in love with a young woman named Edith, who is the daughter of his new neighbor.As Morley settles into his new life, he becomes embroiled in a series of conflicts with his tenants, who are unhappy with the changes he wants to make to the estate. Meanwhile, his relationship with Edith is threatened by the arrival of her former suitor, who is determined to win her back.Throughout the novel, James explores themes of love, class, and social conflict, as well as the challenges faced by those who straddle different cultures and societies. The book is also notable for its vivid descriptions of rural England in the mid-19th century, as well as its portrayal of the complex relationships between landlords and tenants during this period.Overall, Morley Ernstein V1-2: Or The Tenants Of The Heart is a compelling and well-written novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural complexities 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.