Publisher's Synopsis
The Girl at Cobhurst is a novel by Frank R. Stockton, first published in 1898. The story revolves around a young woman named Rosamund Treverton, who inherits an estate called Cobhurst from her grandfather. Rosamund is determined to make a new life for herself at Cobhurst, but she soon finds that the estate is in a state of disrepair and that the local community is hostile towards her.As Rosamund struggles to restore Cobhurst, she meets a number of colorful characters, including a mysterious stranger who becomes her ally, a wealthy neighbor who wants to buy the estate, and a group of local farmers who are determined to drive her out. Along the way, Rosamund must confront her own fears and doubts, as well as the challenges of running an estate on her own.The Girl at Cobhurst is a classic tale of perseverance and self-discovery, told with Stockton's trademark wit and humor. It is a story that will appeal to readers of all ages, and is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who reads it.1900. Thonias Hewlings Stockton, clergyman, wrote fantastic tales for children under the pen name Frank R. Stockton. He also wrote books for adults. Among his amusing books for children Rudder Grange is the best known. The Lady and the Tiger, Adventures of Captain Horne, Mrs. Null, Casting Away of Mrs. Lecks and Mrs. Aleshine, The Hundredth Man, Great Stone of Sardis, and Captain�������s Tollgate were also quite popular. The book begins: It was about the middle of a March afternoon when Dr. Tolbridge, giving his horse and buggy into the charge of his stable-boy, entered the warm hall of his house. His wife was delighted to see him. He had not been at home since noon of the preceding day. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.