The Red Book and the Black One (1802)

The Red Book And The Black One is a novel written by Elizabeth Sandham and first published in 1802. The story revolves around two sisters, Mary and Sophia, who are left orphaned and penniless after their father's death. Mary is given a red book by her father, which contains his secrets and the key to their family's fortune. Sophia is given a black book, which contains a curse that will destroy their family if the secrets in the red book are revealed.The sisters are forced to navigate their way through a web of deceit, betrayal, and greed as they try to uncover the truth about their father's past and protect their family's legacy. Along the way, they encounter a cast of characters, including a charming but untrustworthy suitor, a cunning lawyer, and a mysterious stranger who seems to hold the key to their salvation.As the sisters race against time to unravel the mysteries of the red and black books, they must also confront their own fears and desires. Will they be able to overcome the obstacles in their path and save their family, or will they succumb to the curse of the black book?The Red Book And The Black One is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of early 19th-century England. Sandham's vivid descriptions and well-drawn characters bring the story to life, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction and romance.Two Volumes In One.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.