Frida; or, the lover's leap: a legend of the West Country / From "Slain by the Doones" by R. D. Blackmore

Name: Frida; or, the lover's leap: a legend of the West Country / From "Slain by the Doones" by R. D. Blackmore
Author: R. D. Blackmore

By R. D. Blackmore

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A country tale set among an old gentry family follows the birth of a lone heiress whose arrival costs her mother’s life and leaves her father resigned while the estate’s succession remains unsettled. The narrative traces the young woman’s quiet suffering under social expectation and ridicule, her solitary rambles accompanied by a devoted hound, and the tender care of a cousin who secretly loves her. Scenes evoke rural customs, local superstition, and the pressures of inheritance, balancing domestic detail and inward reflection with the slow unfolding of affection and protection within a tight-knit West Country community.

About the Author

R. D. Blackmore

R. D. Blackmore was an English novelist best known for his historical and romantic fiction set in the English countryside. His most notable work, "Lorna Doone," is a tale of love and adventure in the rugged landscape of Devon, blending elements of romance and historical narrative. Blackmore's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions of nature and deep exploration of character, often reflecting the complexities of rural life in Victorian England. In addition to "Lorna Doone," he authored several other novels, including "Cradock Nowell" and "Erema," which further showcase his talent for storytelling and his affinity for the English landscape.