The White Virgin

"The White Virgin" by George Manville Fenn is an exciting story set in the late 1800s, centered on Clive Reed, a youthful engineer, and his complicated connection with Janet Praed, a doctor’s daughter. As Clive deals with his work and personal life, the story touches on themes of love, strong desires, and how people interact in a mining town. The story begins with a close conversation between Clive Reed and Dr. Praed, as the doctor shares his worries about who might want to marry his daughter and tells about the "White Virgin" mine that Clive is checking out. These conversations show Clive’s strong feelings for Janet and the stress with her protective father. Also, we learn about Jessop Reed and his quest to move up in the world, suggesting there are hidden reasons and mysteries linked to what the mine might hold. With the story unfolding, it becomes clear that the characters are not only faced with romantic and personal difficulties, but must navigate challenges and relationships within the mining operations.