The Red Brick House

The Red Brick House is a novel written by Theodora Elizabeth Lynch and published in 1855. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the lives of two families, the Mertons and the Colvilles. The Mertons are a wealthy family who own the titular red brick house, while the Colvilles are a poorer family who live nearby. The novel explores themes of social class, love, and family relationships. The Mertons' eldest son, Arthur, falls in love with the Colvilles' daughter, Mary, but their different social statuses make their relationship difficult. Meanwhile, the Mertons' youngest son, Harry, becomes friends with the Colvilles' son, Tom, despite their families' disapproval. As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed and conflicts arise, ultimately leading to a tragic event that affects both families. The Red Brick House is a poignant portrayal of the complexities of Victorian society and the impact of social class on personal relationships.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.