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Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXV, No. 4, October 1849

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A penniless girl suddenly inherits a fortune with a bizarre condition, drawing the attention of gentleman with their own secret motivations.

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2017-08-18
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"Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXV, No. 4, October 1849" by Various is a compilation of stories and poems from the 1800s, including "A Year and a Day" by Mrs. Caroline H. Butler where, in Philadelphia, a poor author's daughter, Florence, is protected by a wealthy old man. After her father dies, Florence marries Abel May, inheriting his fortune under the condition that she remarry within one year of his death, which brings attention from suitors. Following a sudden death, the story unveils the complex decisions Florence must navigate. The scene is set with initial conflicts, societal pressures, and the search for love amidst the backdrop of wealth.

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