Publisher's Synopsis
Miss Frances Merley: A Novel is a literary work of fiction written by John Elliott Curran and first published in 1888. The novel is set in the 19th century and tells the story of a young woman named Frances Merley, who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Frances is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is passionate about literature and the arts. However, her life takes a turn when her father dies, leaving her with a large fortune but no male guardian to protect her from the advances of unscrupulous men.The story follows Frances as she navigates the challenges of being a wealthy, unmarried woman in a society that does not value independence or intelligence in women. She is courted by a number of suitors, but must use her wit and intelligence to discern their true intentions. Along the way, she also develops a close friendship with a young artist named Julian, who shares her love of literature and art.As the story unfolds, Frances faces a number of challenges and obstacles, including the threat of scandal, financial ruin, and the loss of her reputation. However, she remains steadfast in her beliefs and refuses to compromise her values or integrity for the sake of societal expectations. Ultimately, Frances emerges as a strong and independent woman who is able to overcome adversity and find true love and happiness.Overall, Miss Frances Merley: A Novel is a compelling and thought-provoking work of fiction that explores themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and the pursuit of love and happiness. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
