The Sequel To Old Jolliffe (1846)

The Sequel To Old Jolliffe is a novel written by Mrs. Henry S. Mackarness and first published in 1846. It is a continuation of the story of Old Jolliffe, a character from Mackarness' previous work, which follows the life of a humble shoemaker in rural England. The sequel picks up where the first book left off, with Jolliffe now a wealthy man and enjoying the fruits of his labor. However, he is not content to rest on his laurels and becomes involved in a series of adventures and challenges, including a romantic entanglement with a young woman and a conflict with a rival businessman. The novel explores themes of class, ambition, and the struggle for personal fulfillment in a rapidly changing society. Mackarness' writing style is characterized by its vivid descriptions of rural life and its focus on the inner lives of her characters. Overall, The Sequel To Old Jolliffe is a charming and engaging work of historical fiction that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of nineteenth-century England.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.