Thornton And The Brontes (1898) - Paperback

by William Scruton (Author)

""Thornton And The Brontes"" is a book written by William Scruton and published in 1898. The book is a biographical account of the Thornton family and their relationship with the Bronte sisters. The Thornton family was a prominent family in the town of Bradford, England, during the 19th century, and the Bronte sisters, Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, were famous writers who lived in the nearby village of Haworth.The book describes the Thornton family's rise to prominence in the woolen industry and their involvement in local politics. It also explores the friendship between the Thornton family and the Bronte sisters, who were regular visitors to the Thornton household. The book provides insights into the personalities and interests of both families and the impact they had on each other's lives.Scruton's ""Thornton And The Brontes"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the social and cultural context of the Bronte sisters' lives and work. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the Bronte family, Victorian literature, or the social history of 19th-century England.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.