A Troubled Stream V1: A Story (1866)

A Troubled Stream is a novel written by Charlotte Hardcastle in 1866. The story follows the lives of two sisters, Rachel and Edith, who come from a wealthy family in the English countryside. Rachel is the elder sister and is portrayed as being beautiful, kind-hearted, and intelligent. Edith, on the other hand, is often jealous of Rachel's popularity and struggles with feelings of inadequacy.The novel explores themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal as the sisters navigate their relationships with the men in their lives. Rachel falls in love with a young man named Arthur, who is also admired by Edith. However, when Arthur chooses Rachel over Edith, the younger sister becomes resentful and takes drastic measures to get revenge.As the plot unfolds, the sisters' relationships become increasingly complicated, and their family's wealth and status are threatened by a scandal. The novel ultimately explores the consequences of jealousy and the importance of forgiveness.A Troubled Stream is a classic work of Victorian literature that offers a glimpse into the social norms and values of the time. With its richly drawn characters and intricate plot, this novel remains a compelling read for modern audiences.In Three 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.