The Treloars (1917)

The Treloars is a historical fiction novel written by Mary Fisher and published in 1917. Set in England during the early 19th century, the story revolves around the Treloar family, who are struggling to maintain their estate and social status. The patriarch of the family, Sir Richard Treloar, is a proud and stubborn man who refuses to adapt to changing times and technologies, leading to financial difficulties for the family. The novel follows the lives of the Treloar family members, including Sir Richard's wife Lady Treloar, their children, and their servants. The story explores themes of class, social mobility, and the changing landscape of England during the Industrial Revolution. The Treloars also deals with issues of love, marriage, and family dynamics, as the younger Treloar generation begins to make their own choices and forge their own paths in life. As the family struggles to adapt to the changing times, they are faced with a series of challenges and setbacks. However, they also experience moments of joy and triumph, as they work together to overcome their obstacles and maintain their dignity and pride. Overall, The Treloars is a compelling and insightful novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of an English aristocratic family during a time of great change and upheaval. Fisher's writing is vivid and engaging, bringing the characters and their world to life in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.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.