Red Ryvington (1885)

Red Ryvington is a novel written by William Bury Westall and published in 1885. The story is set in the 17th century and follows the life of a young man named Redmond Ryvington, who is the heir to a large estate in Lancashire, England. Redmond is a proud and impetuous young man who is determined to restore his family's fortune and reputation, which have been damaged by his father's reckless behavior.The novel begins with Redmond returning to his family's estate after spending several years in London. He is shocked to discover that his father has died and that the family's fortunes have declined even further. Redmond is determined to restore the family's wealth and reputation, and he sets out to do so by engaging in various business ventures and political schemes.Along the way, Redmond falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Maud, who is the daughter of a neighboring landowner. However, their love is complicated by the fact that Maud's father is a bitter enemy of Redmond's family, and he will do anything to prevent their marriage.Red Ryvington is a tale of love, ambition, and betrayal set against the backdrop of 17th-century England. It is a gripping and entertaining novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and political realities of the time.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.