Overview
Hillingdon Hall Or The Cockney Squire: A Tale Of Country Life is a novel written by Robert Smith Surtees and first published in 1888. The story revolves around the life of a wealthy Londoner named Jack Brag, who inherits a country estate called Hillingdon Hall. Jack, who is known for his arrogance and lack of manners, struggles to adapt to rural life and win the respect of his new neighbors.The novel is set in the early 19th century and provides a detailed portrayal of country life during that time. It explores themes such as social class, love, and the clash between urban and rural cultures. The characters in the novel are vividly drawn, and the dialogue is full of humor and wit.Hillingdon Hall Or The Cockney Squire is considered one of Surtees' most popular works and is known for its lively and engaging storytelling. The novel has been praised for its vivid descriptions of the English countryside and its ability to capture the essence of country life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English literature, history, or culture.Illustrated By Wildrake, Heath, Jellicoe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
- | Author: Robert Smith Surtees
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jun 02, 2008
- | Number of Pages: 580 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 1436670284
- | ISBN-13: 9781436670289
