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The Cost of Caergwyn V1 is a novel written by Mary Howitt and published in 1864. The story revolves around the lives of two families, the Vaughans and the Lloyds, who are both wealthy and influential in their community. The Vaughans are known for their pride and arrogance, while the Lloyds are more humble and down-to-earth.The novel explores the themes of love, family, and social class. It also delves into the consequences of pride and arrogance, as well as the importance of forgiveness and redemption. The story is set in the Welsh countryside, and the author uses vivid descriptions to bring the setting to life.The main character is a young woman named Gwendoline Vaughan, who falls in love with a man from a lower social class. This causes tension between her family and the Lloyds, who are friends with the man's family. As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed and relationships are tested, leading to a dramatic climax.Overall, The Cost of Caergwyn V1 is a captivating novel that explores complex themes and features well-developed characters. It is a must-read for fans of Victorian literature and those interested in exploring the social dynamics of the time period.In Three Volumes.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.
Mary Howitt's classic 19th Century poem, "The Spider and the Fly," warns its young readers against the danger of flattery and evil counsel. In her famous tale, the flitting Fly is overwhelmed by the cunning Spider, due in part to the Spider's deception, but also because of the Fly's own sins of vanity and naivety. The poem is told in an engaging rhyme and rhythm and is colorfully illustrated by Ukrainian artist Yelyzaveta Anysymova. This edition of Howitt's tale of moral hazard is a great addition to any child's bookshelf.Mary Howitt (1799-1888) was an English author of over 180 books, many written for children. Among her literary accomplishments were her translations of many tales by Hans Christian Andersen and her work as an editor on the Fisher's Drawing Room Scrap Book. She was recognized and rewarded for her life's work with a silver medal from the Literary Academy of Stockholm and a Civil List Pension from the United Kingdom.Yelyzaveta Anysymova is a self-taught children's book artist from Ukraine. She draws inspiration from the people and beauty of her hometown of Zaporizhzhia.
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