The Good Old Times - Anne Manning - Bog

The Good Old Times: A Tale of Auvergne is a novel written by Anne Manning and first published in 1857. The story is set in the rural region of Auvergne in France during the early 19th century. The novel follows the life of a young woman named Marguerite, who is forced to leave her home and family to work as a servant for a wealthy family in a nearby town.Marguerite struggles to adapt to her new life and the harsh treatment she receives from her employers. However, she finds solace in the kindness of a local doctor, who becomes her friend and confidant. As Marguerite navigates the challenges of her new life, she also uncovers a dark secret about her past that threatens to upend everything she thought she knew about herself.The Good Old Times is a story about resilience, friendship, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity. Manning's vivid descriptions of rural life in France and her nuanced portrayal of the characters make this novel a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction.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.