Publisher's Synopsis
Retrospection: A Tale is a novel written by Ann Martin Taylor and originally published in 1822. The book tells the story of a young woman named Caroline who, after the death of her mother, is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in the English countryside. As she adjusts to her new life, Caroline becomes increasingly interested in the history of her family and begins to uncover secrets and scandals that have been hidden for generations.Through Caroline's journey of self-discovery, Taylor explores themes of family, love, and the importance of personal identity. The novel is also notable for its vivid descriptions of English country life and the social mores of the time.Retrospection: A Tale is considered a significant work of early 19th century English literature and is often studied for its insights into the cultural and social context of the period. It remains a popular choice for readers interested in historical fiction and romantic literature.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.
