Conformity (1846)

Conformity is a novel written by Elizabeth Charlotte in 1846. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Emily Arundel. Emily is an orphan who is raised by her wealthy aunt and uncle in a strict and socially conformist society. She is expected to follow the norms of her class and marry a wealthy man of her family's choosing. However, Emily is a free-spirited and independent woman who dreams of marrying for love and pursuing her own interests.As Emily navigates the social expectations of her society, she meets a young man named Arthur Hamilton who shares her unconventional views. The two fall in love, but their relationship is met with disapproval from Emily's family and society. Emily is forced to choose between conforming to societal norms and following her heart.The novel explores the themes of conformity, societal expectations, and the struggle between individuality and tradition. It also delves into the role of women in society and their limited opportunities for self-determination. Conformity is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the societal norms and expectations of the early 19th century.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.