Hand And Ring (1883)

Hand and Ring is a novel written by Anna Katharine Green and first published in 1883. The story revolves around a young woman named Hester Rayburn who inherits a large fortune from her uncle. However, the inheritance comes with a condition - she must marry within a year, or the money will go to her uncle's estranged son.Hester is torn between her desire for independence and her need for financial security. She receives several marriage proposals, but none of them seem to be the right fit. Meanwhile, a series of mysterious events occur, including the theft of a valuable ring and the appearance of a strange man who seems to be following Hester.As the deadline for her marriage approaches, Hester must unravel the secrets of her uncle's past and uncover the truth behind the strange occurrences. Along the way, she discovers the true nature of love and the importance of following one's heart.Hand and Ring is a classic Victorian-era novel that explores themes of love, marriage, and independence. It is a gripping mystery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.