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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book skilfully interweaves the lives of two fathers, each facing deep personal struggles amid the turmoil of 19th century England. Their paths collide when William Hope, a brilliant but impoverished inventor, desperately seeks employment to save his young daughter from a bleak fate. Meanwhile, Robert Bartley, a wealthy ship-owner, grapples with the devastating loss of his beloved child to diphtheria. In a daring gamble, Bartley proposes a profound secret: to exchange their daughters, ensuring Grace, Hope's child, a life of comfort and privilege, while preserving Bartley's legacy. This exchange sets in motion a chain of events that tests the boundaries of morality and love. The novel delves into the complexities of social class, the nature of fatherhood, and the moral dilemmas that arise when desperation and desire intertwine. Through its rich cast of characters and gripping narrative, this book explores the profound impact of choices, the power of secrets, and the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333364410_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333364410
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333364410
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)