The Girl at Cobhurst

"The Girl at Cobhurst" by Frank R. Stockton is a novel set in the late 1800s that tells the story of Miriam Haverley and her brother Ralph as they begin their lives at Cobhurst, near the town of Thorbury. Early on, Dr. Tolbridge finds himself caught between his duty and his wife’s warnings about a demanding patient, Miss Panney. Miriam arrives at Cobhurst full of excitement, but her exploration takes an unexpected turn when she faints from a surprising discovery in the attic. This event sparks concern and adds a touch of humor, highlighting community bonds and the unusual appeal of small-town existence.