Aylmer's Field : With Introduction And Notes (1891) (Paperback)

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work. Aylmer's Field is a novel written by Alfred Tennyson, a well-known poet and writer. Originally published in 1853, this edition from 1891 includes an introduction and notes to help readers better understand the story.The novel is set in the English countryside and follows the story of two families, the Aylmers and the Willoughbys. The Aylmers are a wealthy family who own a large estate called Aylmer's Field. The Willoughbys are a poorer family who live nearby and work as farmers.The story begins with the death of Mr. Aylmer, the patriarch of the Aylmer family. His son, Charles, inherits the estate and begins to make changes to the land and the way it is managed. This causes tension between the two families, as the Willoughbys feel that their way of life is being threatened.The novel explores themes of class, power, and family relationships. It also touches on the role of women in society, as both the Aylmer and Willoughby families have strong female characters who play important roles in the story.Overall, Aylmer's Field is a classic novel that offers a glimpse into English society during the mid-19th century. Tennyson's writing style is poetic and descriptive, and this edition's introduction and notes provide helpful context for readers who may be unfamiliar with the time period or the author's work.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.