Tales of the Hermitage (1809)

Tales of the Hermitage is a collection of short stories written by Mary Pilkington and originally published in 1809. The stories are set in the Hermitage, a secluded country estate, and feature a variety of characters from different social classes. The tales explore themes such as love, betrayal, and redemption, and offer a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships. Some of the stories are light-hearted and humorous, while others are more serious and poignant. Pilkington's writing style is elegant and descriptive, and she creates vivid images of the Hermitage and its inhabitants. Overall, Tales of the Hermitage is a charming and engaging collection of stories that provides a fascinating glimpse into life in early 19th century England.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.