In scenes charged with understated erotic tension it tells the stories of the flirtatious Miss Milner who falls in love with her guardian, a Roman Catholic priest and aristocrat, and of their daughter Matilda who, banished from her father's ...

The story follows the forbidden love between a young lady of noble birth and a former officer of lower social standing, depicting the struggles they face in maintaining their relationship in the face of societal pressures and expectations.

"Such Things Are" from Elizabeth Inchbald. English novelist, actress, and dramatist (1753-1821).

For the first time in publishing history, this eBook presents Inchbald’s complete works, with numerous illustrations, many rare plays, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated ...

It is quite a blunt attack on societal structure, and critically reflects on a woman's place in society. Throughout the story, Inchbald analyses the effect education, power, and privilege has on human behaviour.

"Lover's Vows" from Elizabeth Inchbald. English novelist, actress, and dramatist (1753-1821).