The Favorite of Nature V2: A Tale is a novel written by Mary Ann Kelty and published in 1821. The book follows the story of a young woman named Emily, who is described as the favorite of nature due to her beauty, kindness, and intelligence. Emily is orphaned at a young age and is taken in by her wealthy aunt and uncle. However, her life takes a turn for the worse when she falls in love with a man who is not deemed suitable by her family. The novel...