Isbn: 9780243395064 - the Marriage of Cecilia (classic Reprint) (4 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life of Cecilia, a young woman trapped within a restrictive and unfulfilling existence. Living under the thumb of her brother and his wife, her daily life is an endless cycle of domestic duties and meaningless social engagements. A seam of rebellion runs through her, she dreams of a life beyond the confines of her current reality. Her only solace is found in books of travel and exploration, and dreams of distant lands. Her imagination fuels her desire to escape, to experience the freedom and excitement that she so desperately craves. During a visit to her ailing godmother, Cecilia learns that she is due to inherit a substantial sum of money. This unexpected fortune represents her chance at a new life, a world of boundless possibility. However, tragedy strikes when her godmother dies before the legal paperwork is completed. The money passes to her godmother's dishonest lawyer, who embezzles the funds, dashing Cecilia's hopes in an instant. Life returns to its dreary routine, her dreams seemingly extinguished, but her spirit of rebellion continues to burn. The author delves into the psychological impact of Ceciliaâs circumstances, exploring the themes of repression, longing, and the struggle for individual identity. The book is a poignant portrayal of a woman battling against the constraints imposed by society and her own unyielding desire for freedom. Through Cecilia's trials and tribulations, the author explores the enduring strength of the human spirit. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 404 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.