Arthur Coningsby is a novel written by John Sterling and published in two volumes in 1833. The story follows the life of the eponymous protagonist, Arthur Coningsby, a young man who is struggling to find his place in the world. The novel is set in the early 19th century and explores themes of love, class, and social status.The first volume of the book introduces us to Arthur, who is the son of a wealthy merchant. He is sent to study at Oxford, where he meets and falls in love with a young woman named Lady Augusta. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Augusta is from a higher social class than Arthur, and her family disapproves of their relationship.In the second volume, Arthur's fortunes take a turn for the worse. His father's business fails, leaving the family in financial ruin. Arthur is forced to leave Oxford and take a job as a clerk in London. He struggles to adapt to his new life and is haunted by his failed relationship with Augusta.Throughout the novel, Sterling explores the themes of class and social status. He portrays the rigid social hierarchy of 19th-century England and the difficulties faced by those who try to break free from their assigned roles. The novel also contains elements of romance, as Arthur and Augusta's relationship is a central plot point.Overall, Arthur Coningsby is an engaging and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of early 19th-century England.In Three 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.
