First edition republication provides historical authenticity for collectors and readers
Original illustrations and legal documents enhance the reading experience and historical context
Detailed account of Josephine's legal battle offers insight into Regency-era society
Paperback format ensures durability and easy handling for frequent reading
Acclaimed work by Josephine Murray, known for her legal and social themes
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Republication of the first edition (1874). Josephine Murray marries wealthy Lord Lovel of ill repute and becomes a countess - for a time. A few months after the marriage, Lord Lovel declares he was married to another; therefore the child she carries is illegitimate and she is a mistress. The novel deals with Josephine's 20 year fight to