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A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

Title: Lalage

Author and Title: Augusta Chambers De Gruchy. Lalage: A Novel

First Edition: London: Samuel Tinsley, 1875. 1 volume, post 8vo., 7s. 6d.

Summary: The eponymous schoolgirl and her older step-cousin, who is already engaged to a shallow flirt, fall in love at first sight. He follows through with his marriage, while she drowns accidentally. He then dies by shooting himself accidentally. (LP)

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References: BL; EC; NLS

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