Grandmother's Money is a novel written by Frederick William Robinson and published in 1862. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Ellen, who is left a large sum of money by her grandmother. However, the money comes with a condition that Ellen must marry within a year in order to inherit it. Ellen is torn between her desire to marry for love and her need for financial security. She is pursued by two suitors, the wealthy and charming Mr. Wyvil and the honorable but poor Mr. Dale. Ellen must navigate her feelings for each man and decide which path to take.The novel also explores themes of class and societal expectations, as Ellen's family and friends pressure her to make a practical choice rather than follow her heart. Throughout the book, Robinson's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions of the English countryside and the social customs of the time. Grandmother's Money is a classic Victorian novel that provides a glimpse into the complexities of love and money in the 19th century.Complete In One Volume.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.
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