Simple Tales, Vol. 1 of 4 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Mrs. Opie

9780267452729: Simple Tales, Vol. 1 of 4 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267452721 ISBN 13: 9780267452729

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Timeless tales of virtue, vanity, and keen-eyed everyday choices.

In Simple Tales, Vol. 1, Mrs. Opie gathers compact, moral narratives that illuminate how ordinary decisions shape lives, fortunes, and relationships. Through characters like Julia Beresford and Louisa, the book examines generosity, pride, debt, and the pressures of social ambition with clarity and compassion. These short, readable stories offer a window into everyday dilemmas and the consequences that follow, all told in a warm, approachable voice.

The collection engages the reader with thoughtful portraits of virtue tested by circumstance, inviting reflection on how small acts of kindness or restraint can alter a family’s fate. Designed for quick reading yet lasting resonance, it remains accessible to modern readers who enjoy classic moral fiction and historical perspectives on marriage, money, and society.

Concentrated moral storytelling that values character over spectacle
Characters wrestling with money, debt, and social expectations
Domestic scenes that reveal how choices affect family and community
Accessible language and compact, self-contained narratives

Ideal for fans of Victorian-era fiction and readers who appreciate clear, character-driven stories with a timeless focus on virtue and responsibility.

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