This powerful novel tells the story of Harriott Wicken, a young woman who struggles to find her place in the world. Set in England in the early nineteenth century, the book explores Harriott's relationships with her family, her lovers, and her community, as she grapples with issues such as gender roles, sexuality, and social class. The book offers a nuanced and compelling portrait of life in Georgian England, and is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.