Thirty Years Since Or The Ruined Family
A Tale (1860)
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Thirty Years Since, or The Ruined Family: A Tale is a novel written by George Payne Rainsford James and first published in 1860. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the lives of two families, the Granvilles and the Deverels, who are bound together by a tragic event that occurred thirty years prior. The novel begins with the Granvilles, a wealthy family living in England, who are thrown into turmoil when their eldest son, Arthur, is accused of a murder he did not commit. The Deverels, a family of French Huguenot descent who have been living in England for generations, come to...
Thirty Years Since, or The Ruined Family: A Tale is a novel written by George Payne Rainsford James and first published in 1860. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the lives of two families, the Granvilles and the Deverels, who are bound together by a tragic event that occurred thirty years prior. The novel begins with the Granvilles, a wealthy family living in England, who are thrown into turmoil when their eldest son, Arthur, is accused of a murder he did not commit. The Deverels, a family of French Huguenot descent who have been living in England for generations, come to the aid of the Granvilles and help clear Arthur's name. The two families become close friends, but their happiness is short-lived when a series of misfortunes befall them. The Granvilles lose their fortune and are forced to leave their home, while the Deverels suffer a tragic loss that leaves them devastated. The novel then jumps forward thirty years to the present day, where the Granvilles and Deverels are reunited by chance. They reflect on the events of the past and the impact it has had on their lives. The novel explores themes of love, family, friendship, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions. Overall, Thirty Years Since, or The Ruined Family: A Tale is a gripping tale of tragedy, redemption, and the enduring power of friendship. It is a classic novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and romance.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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