The Old Helmet V1 (1864) - Susan Bogert Warner - Bog

The Old Helmet V1 is a historical fiction novel written by Susan Bogert Warner and first published in 1864. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the lives of two sisters, Gertrude and Mildred, who are left orphaned and penniless after their father's death. The sisters are forced to leave their comfortable home and move to a small cottage in the countryside.As they struggle to make ends meet, they come across an old helmet that once belonged to their ancestors. This helmet holds the key to a family secret that has been hidden for generations. The sisters embark on a journey to uncover the truth about their family's past and the mysterious helmet.Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a handsome young man named Mr. Linden, who becomes a friend and confidant to the sisters. As Gertrude and Mildred delve deeper into their family's history, they discover a shocking truth that threatens to tear their family apart.The Old Helmet V1 is a captivating tale of love, loss, and family secrets. Susan Bogert Warner's vivid descriptions of life in the early 19th century transport readers back in time and make them feel as though they are living alongside the characters. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and enjoys a good mystery.In Two 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.