Mary Costello Caldbeck
Sefton Hall V2: A Tale (1870) is a novel written by Mary Costello Caldbeck. The book is a continuation of the story of Sefton Hall, a grand estate in England, and the people who live there. The novel is set in the mid-19th century and follows the lives of the wealthy Sefton family and their servants. The story explores themes of love, betrayal, and family relationships.The book begins with the arrival of a new governess, Miss Grey, who quickly becomes a confidant to Lady Sefton. As the story progresses, Miss Grey becomes involved in the complicated family dynamics of the Seftons, including the strained relationship between Lady Sefton and her husband, Lord Sefton. The novel also explores the romantic relationships between various characters, including Lady Sefton’s sister, Caroline, and the family’s lawyer, Mr. Leicester.Throughout the book, Caldbeck provides detailed descriptions of the lavish lifestyle of the Seftons and their social circle, as well as the struggles of the working-class characters who serve them. The novel also touches on issues of class and gender in Victorian England.Sefton Hall V2: A Tale is a well-written and engaging novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of the English aristocracy in the mid-19th century. Caldbeck’s vivid descriptions and complex characters make for a compelling read that is sure to captivate fans of historical fiction.In Two Volumes.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.
