Counterparts

Counterparts: Or The Cross Of Love is a novel written by Elizabeth Sara Sheppard and first published in 1862. The story follows the lives of two women, Isabel and Agnes, who are cousins and best friends. Despite their close bond, the two women have very different personalities and experiences. Isabel is passionate and impulsive, while Agnes is reserved and practical. The novel explores the themes of love, marriage, and duty in Victorian society. Isabel falls in love with a man named Harry, but their relationship is complicated by their different social classes and Harry's previous engagement to another woman. Agnes, on the other hand, is courted by a man named Frank, but she is hesitant to commit to marriage due to her duty to care for her sick mother.As the story unfolds, the two women face various challenges and obstacles in their romantic relationships. They must navigate societal expectations and personal desires in order to find happiness and fulfillment. Along the way, they learn important lessons about love, sacrifice, and the importance of staying true to oneself.Overall, Counterparts: Or The Cross Of Love is a compelling Victorian novel that offers a nuanced exploration of the complexities of love and relationships in a restrictive society.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.