Sir Jaffray's Wife (1898)

Sir Jaffray's Wife is a novel written by Arthur Williams Marchmont and first published in 1898. The book tells the story of Lady Ursula, the wife of Sir Jaffray, a wealthy and influential landowner in England. Lady Ursula is a beautiful and intelligent woman, but she is also deeply unhappy in her marriage. Sir Jaffray is a cold and distant husband, and he seems more interested in his business affairs than in his wife. As the story unfolds, Lady Ursula becomes increasingly disillusioned with her life. She longs for love and affection, but she feels trapped in her marriage. She begins to question her own worth and wonders if she will ever find happiness. Meanwhile, Sir Jaffray becomes increasingly suspicious of his wife's behavior and starts to investigate her movements. The novel is set against the backdrop of English high society in the late 19th century. It explores themes of love, marriage, and social status, as well as the role of women in society. The book is written in a Victorian style, with elegant language and a focus on the inner thoughts and feelings of the characters. Overall, Sir Jaffray's Wife is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of the English aristocracy during a time of great change. It is a timeless story that still resonates with readers today.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.