Precaution

Precaution is a novel written by James Fenimore Cooper and published in 1820. The story takes place in England and centers around two sisters, Emily and Cecilia Beverly, who are forced to leave their home in America and travel to England to live with their distant cousin, Mr. Stanley. Emily is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined to marry for love, while Cecilia is more traditional and seeks a wealthy husband to secure her future. Throughout the novel, the sisters navigate the complexities of English society, encountering various suitors and potential love interests. Emily falls in love with Mr. Clarence, a man who is not of noble birth and thus deemed unsuitable by Mr. Stanley. Cecilia, on the other hand, becomes engaged to the wealthy and titled Lord Chatterton, despite her lack of genuine affection for him. The novel explores themes of social class, the role of women in society, and the importance of marrying for love versus financial security. Cooper also critiques the rigid social norms of English society and the hypocrisy of the aristocracy. Overall, Precaution is a thought-provoking novel that offers insight into the societal norms and expectations of early 19th century England, while also providing a compelling story of love and independence.Looks of a singular import were exchanged between Colonel Egerton and Sir Herbert Nicholson, at the mention of Denbigh's name; which, as the latter had just asked the favor of taking wine with Mrs. Wilson, did not escape her notice. Emily had innocently mentioned his precipitate retreat the night before; and he had, when reminded of his engagement to dine with them that very day, and promised an introduction to Sir Herbert Nicholson by John, in her presence, suddenly excused himself and withdrawn. With an indefinite suspicion of something wrong, she ventured, therefore, to address Sir Herbert Nicholson.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.