Rockbourne: A Tale is a novel written by Marion Eliza Weir and published in 1873. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the life of a young girl named Edith who lives with her wealthy aunt and uncle in the grand estate of Rockbourne. Edith is a kind and gentle soul who loves nature and is fascinated by the local wildlife. She befriends a young boy named Harry, who lives in a nearby village, and together they explore the countryside and have many adventures. However, as Edith grows older, she becomes increasingly aware of the social and economic inequalities that exist in her world. She begins to question her privileged position and becomes involved in social reform movements. The novel explores themes of class, gender, and social justice, and offers a critique of the Victorian era's rigid social hierarchy. Weir's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions of the English countryside and its sympathetic portrayal of the struggles of working-class people. Overall, Rockbourne: A Tale is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on Victorian society.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.
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