Anna St. Ives

"Anna St. Ives" by Thomas Holcroft is a story set in the late 1700s, about the adventures of Anna Wenbourne St. Ives. She travels from home to London, then to Paris, meeting interesting people and facing exciting events. As Anna gets ready for her trip, she writes letters to her friend Louisa, sharing her eagerness about what's to come, especially her meetings with Coke Clifton, Louisa's brother. Right away, the story touches on important ideas like social class, what families expect, and what people really want. There are also hints about tricky relationships, particularly Anna’s feelings for Frank Henley, who has an event on the road that makes Anna both admire and worry about him. Her letters prepare readers for a tale full of different people and thoughts about society.