The Hillyars and the Burtons: A Story of Two Families

By Henry Kingsley

Book Overview

The Hillyars and the Burtons V3: A Story of Two Families is a novel by Henry Kingsley that explores the lives of two wealthy, aristocratic families in 19th century England. The story begins with the Hillyar family, who are known for their extravagant lifestyle and love of adventure. They are led by the patriarch, Sir Henry Hillyar, who is determined to maintain the family's reputation at all costs.The Burtons, on the other hand, are a more reserved family, led by the stern but fair Colonel Burton. They are known for their military service and dedication to duty. Despite their differences, the two families become intertwined when Sir Henry's son, Frank, falls in love with Colonel Burton's daughter, Ada.The novel explores the complex relationships between the Hillyars and the Burtons, as well as the societal pressures and expectations that they must navigate. It also delves into themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, as the characters struggle to reconcile their personal desires with their responsibilities to their families and society.Overall, The Hillyars and the Burtons V3: A Story of Two Families is a gripping tale of love, ambition, and family dynamics set against the backdrop of Victorian England.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163282340
• ISBN13: 9781163282342
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"