Publisher's Synopsis
Amelia Maxwell: Or A Father's Legacy is a novel written by C. M. Ellis and first published in 1856. The story follows the life of Amelia Maxwell, a young woman who is left orphaned after her father's death. In his will, her father leaves her a letter containing his legacy, which sets Amelia on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.As she navigates through life's challenges, Amelia is faced with difficult decisions and learns to rely on her own strength and resilience. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters, including a wealthy suitor, a kind-hearted clergyman, and a group of female friends who support each other through their trials and tribulations.The novel explores themes of love, loss, family, and the power of personal agency. It offers a glimpse into the lives of women during the mid-19th century and their struggles to assert themselves in a patriarchal society. Through Amelia's journey, readers are reminded of the importance of perseverance, faith, and the enduring power of love.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.
