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A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

Title: Sir John

Author and Title: Christiana Jane Douglas. Sir John

First Edition: London: Hurst and Blackett, 1879. 3 volumes, post 8vo, 31s. 6d.

Summary: Cast off by their rich maternal great-uncle, the eponymous Sir John, young orphans Janet and Harry go to stay in genteel poverty with their paternal great-grandmother and great-aunt, Mrs. and Miss Tait. (LP)

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References: Bodleian; EC

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