In this gripping tale of love and betrayal, Gore weaves a complex web of intrigue and romance. Set in 19th century England, it tells the story of two women - one rich and beautiful, the other plain and cunning - as they compete for the affections of one man. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the...