Ravenshoe (1894)

Ravenshoe is a historical novel written by Henry Kingsley and published in 1894. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Cuthbert Ravenshoe, who is the heir to the Ravenshoe estate. The novel is set in the mid-19th century and follows Cuthbert's journey from a young boy to a man, as he navigates the challenges of family, love, and politics.The novel begins with Cuthbert's childhood, where he is raised by his grandfather, the Earl of Ravenshoe. Cuthbert's father, who was disinherited by the Earl, returns to Ravenshoe with his wife and son, and the family dynamics become complicated. Cuthbert's father dies, and his mother remarries, leading to further tension within the family.As Cuthbert grows up, he falls in love with a young woman named Lady Hester, who is the daughter of a powerful politician. However, their love is forbidden due to their social status, and they face many obstacles in their relationship. Meanwhile, Cuthbert becomes involved in politics and is drawn into a conspiracy to overthrow the government.The novel is full of twists and turns, with themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and political intrigue. It provides a vivid portrayal of life in Victorian England, with detailed descriptions of the social hierarchy, political landscape, and everyday life. Overall, Ravenshoe is a gripping historical novel that offers a fascinating insight into the complexities of 19th-century 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.