A beautiful clothbound edition of Anne Brontë's most enduring novel to accompany her sisters'
greatest books in Penguin Hardcover ClassicsGilbert Markham is deeply intrigued by Helen Graham
a beautiful and secretive young woman who has moved into nearby Wildfell Hall with her young
son. He is quick to offer Helen his friendship but when her reclusive behaviour becomes the
subject of local gossip and speculation Gilbert begins to wonder whether his trust in her has
been misplaced. Anne Brontë's bold novel is an exploration of a woman's struggle for creative
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