Berenice: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Emily Pierpont De Lesdernier. The novel revolves around the life of the titular character, Berenice, who is a young woman living in the mid-19th century. The story is set in the rural South, where Berenice lives with her family on a plantation.Berenice is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is deeply curious about the world around her. She is also haunted by a family secret that threatens to unravel her life. Her father is a cruel and abusive man who controls her every move, and Berenice longs to break free from his grasp.As the story unfolds, Berenice embarks on a journey of self-discovery and rebellion. She falls in love with a young man named Henry, who shares her passion for literature and learning. Together, they explore the world beyond the plantation and dream of a better life.However, Berenice's happiness is short-lived as tragedy strikes and she is forced to confront the dark secrets of her family's past. As she struggles to come to terms with her own identity and the legacy of her ancestors, Berenice must make a choice that will change the course of her life forever.Berenice: A Novel is a powerful and thought-provoking work that explores themes of love, loss, identity, and the legacy of slavery in America. It is a compelling story of a young woman's journey towards freedom and self-discovery in a world that seeks to hold her back.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.