Policy And Passion V3: A Novel Of Australian Life (1881)

Policy and Passion V3: A Novel of Australian Life is a literary work written by Australian author Mrs. Campbell Praed and published in 1881. The novel is set in Australia during the late 19th century and explores the themes of love, politics, and social class. The book is the third installment in the Policy and Passion series, which follows the lives of a group of characters as they navigate the challenges of colonial life in Australia. The story revolves around the central character, Bertha Morison, a young woman who is torn between her love for two men: the wealthy and powerful politician, Mark Ashburn, and the charming but less affluent artist, Philip Ashley. Bertha's struggle to choose between the two men is complicated by the political and social tensions of the time, as well as the expectations of her family and society.As the story unfolds, Bertha finds herself drawn into the world of politics and becomes embroiled in a scandal that threatens to destroy her reputation and her relationships with both men. The novel explores the complex dynamics of love and power, and the ways in which social class and gender roles shape the lives of its characters.Overall, Policy and Passion V3 is a richly detailed and engaging work of historical fiction that offers a vivid portrait of life in colonial Australia. Praed's writing is characterized by its strong sense of place and its nuanced exploration of the complexities of human relationships. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian literature or the history of colonialism in the region.In Three Volumes.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.