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Ismay's Children V2 is a novel written by Mary Hartley and first published in 1887. The book is the second volume in a two-part series and continues the story of the Ismay family, who are struggling to navigate the changing social and economic landscape of late 19th century England. The novel explores the lives of Ismay's children, who are now grown and facing their own challenges. There is the ambitious and headstrong Lina, who is determined to make her mark in the world despite the limitations placed on women at the time. Her brother, Harry, is a successful businessman who is torn between his duty to his family and his desire for personal fulfillment. Other characters in the book include the wealthy and influential Lady Caroline, who becomes entangled in the Ismay family's affairs, and the charming but manipulative Mr. Lacy, who has his sights set on Lina. As the Ismay family grapples with issues of class, gender, and morality, they must also confront their own inner demons and personal struggles. The novel is a vivid portrayal of Victorian society and the complex relationships that existed within it.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.
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Ismay's Children V2 is a novel written by Mary Hartley and first published in 1887. The book is the second volume in a two-part series and continues the story of the Ismay family, who are struggling to navigate the changing social and economic landscape of late 19th century England. The novel explores the lives of Ismay's children, who are now grown and facing their own challenges. There is the ambitious and headstrong Lina, who is determined to make her mark in the world despite the limitations placed on women at the time. Her brother, Harry, is a successful businessman who is torn between his duty to his family and his desire for personal fulfillment. Other characters in the book include the wealthy and influential Lady Caroline, who becomes entangled in the Ismay family's affairs, and the charming but manipulative Mr. Lacy, who has his sights set on Lina. As the Ismay family grapples with issues of class, gender, and morality, they must also confront their own inner demons and personal struggles. The novel is a vivid portrayal of Victorian society and the complex relationships that existed within it.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.