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- A Novel (1832)

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Self-Control is a classic novel written by Mary Brunton and published in 1832. The story follows the life of a young woman named Laura Montreville, who is forced to leave her comfortable life in Scotland and move to London after her father's death. Laura must navigate the complexities of society in the city and learn to control her impulses and emotions as she faces various challenges and temptations.Throughout the novel, Laura struggles with her own desires and the expectations of others. She falls in love with a charming but unreliable man named Colonel Hargrave, who leads her down a dangerous path of deception and betrayal. Meanwhile, her childhood friend and true love, Mr. Maitland, tries to win her heart and save her from ruin.Self-Control is a compelling story of love, loss, and the struggle for self-mastery. Brunton's vivid descriptions of 19th-century society and her insightful portrayal of human nature make this novel a timeless classic. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature and the human condition.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163919798
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 508
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x26 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 671 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 12. december 2024
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Self-Control is a classic novel written by Mary Brunton and published in 1832. The story follows the life of a young woman named Laura Montreville, who is forced to leave her comfortable life in Scotland and move to London after her father's death. Laura must navigate the complexities of society in the city and learn to control her impulses and emotions as she faces various challenges and temptations.Throughout the novel, Laura struggles with her own desires and the expectations of others. She falls in love with a charming but unreliable man named Colonel Hargrave, who leads her down a dangerous path of deception and betrayal. Meanwhile, her childhood friend and true love, Mr. Maitland, tries to win her heart and save her from ruin.Self-Control is a compelling story of love, loss, and the struggle for self-mastery. Brunton's vivid descriptions of 19th-century society and her insightful portrayal of human nature make this novel a timeless classic. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature and the human condition.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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