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The Old Countess; Or, The Two Proposals

Ann S. Stephens

The Old Countess; Or, The Two Proposals

Ann S. Stephens

The Old Countess; Or, The Two Proposals is a late 19th-century novel by Ann S. Stephens, focusing on Hepworth Closs, a man seeking redemption after a troubled past. As he returns to his sister and confronts his feelings for Lady Clara, the narrative explores themes of love, redemption, and social class. The story intricately weaves the complexities of familial bonds and personal desires, highlighting the emotional struggles of both Hepworth and his sister, Rachael. Stephens, a pioneer of the dime novel genre, is notable for her contributions to American fiction.

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A novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Hepworth Closs, a man with a troubled past who has s...

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Ann Sophia Stephens (1813-1886), who also wrote under the pseudonym Jonathan Slick, was an American novelist. Born in De...

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