
By STANLEY J. WEYMAN.
SOPHIA
BY - STANLEY J. WEYMAN - AUTHOR OF "THE CASTLE INN," "A GENTLEMAN OF FRANCE," "UNDER THE RED ROBE," "MY LADY ROTHA," ETC.
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
SOPHIA
CHAPTER I - A LITTLE TOAD
CHAPTER II - AT VAUXHALL
CHAPTER III - THE CLOCK-MAKER
CHAPTER IV - A DISCOVERY
CHAPTER V - THE WORLD WELL LOST
In the bustling heart of 1742 London, the modest Northey household becomes a stage for restless ambition and simmering tension. Young Sophia, shy and delicate, finds herself under the sharp gaze of her outspoken sister, who pushes her toward a marriage that promises wealth but little affection. As the family gathers around the dining table, whispers of a charming Irish suitor stir both hope and anxiety in the young woman’s heart.
The story captures the clash between societal expectations and personal desire, painting a vivid portrait of a woman caught between duty and longing. Through witty dialogue and richly described interiors, listeners are drawn into the intimate world of Georgian society, where every glance and remark carries weight. As Sophia navigates the pressures of her relatives and the allure of a potential love, the narrative unfolds with humor, tenderness, and the promise of a journey toward self‑discovery.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (590K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books
Release date
2012-03-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1855–1928
Best known for swashbuckling historical romances set in France, this English novelist was once so popular he was nicknamed the “Prince of Romance.” A trained barrister by background, he brought brisk plotting and a strong sense of history to books like Under the Red Robe and A Gentleman of France.
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