Publisher's Synopsis
Forester: A Tale is a novel written by Maria Edgeworth and published in 1837. The story follows the life of a young boy named Forester, who is orphaned at a young age and must navigate the challenges of growing up without parents. He is taken in by his uncle, who is a wealthy landowner, and begins to learn the ways of the world.As Forester grows older, he becomes more and more interested in the natural world around him. He spends his days exploring the forests and fields that surround his uncle's estate, and he develops a deep love and respect for nature. However, his uncle is more interested in making money than in preserving the land, and Forester finds himself at odds with his uncle's plans.As the story progresses, Forester must confront a number of challenges, including love, loss, and betrayal. He also becomes involved in a political dispute over the fate of the land he loves so dearly. Throughout it all, he remains true to his principles and his love of nature, and he ultimately finds a way to reconcile his passion for the land with his duty to his family.Edgeworth's novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of the natural world and its exploration of themes such as family, duty, and the conflict between progress and preservation. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
