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""A Virginia Inheritance"" is a novel written by Edmund Pendleton and first published in 1888. The story is set in Virginia during the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Mary Beverley. Mary is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner who dies suddenly, leaving her with a large inheritance. However, Mary soon discovers that her father's estate is heavily in debt and she must work hard to save it from ruin.As Mary struggles to manage the plantation and pay off her father's debts, she also faces challenges from her family and the local community. Her uncle, who had hoped to inherit the estate, tries to sabotage her efforts, while her neighbors are suspicious of her ability to run the plantation as a woman.Despite these obstacles, Mary perseveres and proves herself to be a capable and determined businesswoman. Along the way, she also falls in love with a young lawyer named Robert Beverly, who helps her navigate the legal complexities of her inheritance.Through Mary's story, ""A Virginia Inheritance"" explores themes of gender roles, family dynamics, and the changing social and economic landscape of the American South. With its vivid descriptions of plantation life and engaging characters, this novel offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of American history.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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A Virginia Inheritance: A Novel (1888)
Librería: California Books, Miami, FL, Estados Unidos de America
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