Spring And Autumn (1865)

Spring and Autumn is a novel written by Anne Judith Penny and published in 1865. The story takes place in England during the mid-19th century and follows the lives of two sisters, Lucy and Agnes, as they navigate the challenges of love, family, and societal expectations.Lucy is the elder sister, and she is described as being beautiful and charming. She is engaged to a wealthy and respectable man named Mr. Howard, but she finds herself drawn to another man, Mr. Neville, who is poor but passionate. Agnes, on the other hand, is plain and unremarkable, but she is intelligent and kind. She falls in love with a clergyman named Mr. Barton, but their relationship is complicated by his position in the church and his obligations to his congregation.As the novel progresses, Lucy and Agnes both face difficult choices and must decide whether to follow their hearts or conform to society's expectations. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including their parents, their friends, and their suitors.Spring and Autumn is a classic Victorian novel that explores themes of love, duty, and social class. It is a compelling and engaging read that offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century England.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.