The Curate of Overton V1 (1854) is a novel written by the publishing house Hurst and Blackett. The story revolves around a young curate named Charles Mayne, who is sent to the small village of Overton to serve as the local clergyman. Mayne is initially welcomed by the villagers, but soon finds himself embroiled in a web of intrigue and scandal as he becomes involved in the personal lives of his parishioners. As the story progresses, Mayne finds himself drawn to a young woman named Edith, who is engaged to be married to a wealthy landowner. However, Edith's heart belongs to Mayne, and the two begin a secret affair. Meanwhile, Mayne is also dealing with the machinations of a local squire who is determined to ruin his reputation and drive him out of the village. The Curate of Overton V1 is a classic Victorian novel that explores themes of love, morality, and social class. It provides a vivid portrait of rural English life in the mid-19th century, and offers a glimpse into the struggles and aspirations of the people who lived during that time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the literature of the Victorian era, and is sure to captivate readers with its compelling characters and engaging plot.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.