The White Virgin

Name: The White Virgin
Author: George Manville Fenn

By George Manville Fenn

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The narrative follows a young engineer who navigates family loyalties, a growing affection for a woman, and the pressures of an elderly relative's financial and medical fragility. A contested mining property and its promised riches become a focal point for ambition, caution, and mistrust, while a rival suitor complicates domestic relations. Tension shifts between genteel drawing-room manoeuvres and hazardous underground episodes, and concerns about inheritance, illness, and secrecy propel decisions that test bonds of trust and reveal characters' priorities.

About the Author

George Manville Fenn

George Manville Fenn was a prolific English author known for his adventure novels and stories aimed primarily at young readers. His works often explore themes of bravery, moral dilemmas, and the challenges of growing up. Among his notable titles is "!Tention: A Story of Boy-Life during the Peninsular War," which reflects his interest in historical settings and the experiences of youth during tumultuous times. Fenn's writing is characterized by its engaging narratives and vivid characterizations, making him a significant figure in children's literature of the 19th century.