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The Maid of Buttermere

(1987)
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Melvyn Bragg's highly-acclaimed bestselling historical novel, the story behind one of the 19th century's greatest scandals.

Set in the Lake District in the early 19th century, the riveting story of an imposter, bigamist and fortune hunter who came to grief by falling helplessly in love with the famed 'Maid of Buttermere'.


Genre: Historical

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"A vivid and erudite tour de force." - Penelope Lively


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