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Proofreaders Canada team at https://www.pgdpcanada.net  a"Bess of the Woods" by Warwick Deeping is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores the lives of its two main characters, Richard Jeffray and Bess Grimshaw, against the backdrop of a rural Sussex landscape filled with class conflicts, familial obligations, and romantic entanglements. The novel is likely to appeal to readers interested in character-driven tales set in a historical context, reflecting the dynamics of love and societal expectations.  At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Richard Jeffray, a somewhat melancholic young man who is struggling to find his place among the boisterous rural aristocracy of Hardacre. After a dull gathering with the local gentry, Richard rides through the wild landscape of Pevensel, reminiscing about his scholarly past and feeling at odds with both himself and those around him. Simultaneously, the story shifts to Bess, a fierce and captivating young woman from the hamlet of forest-folk, who lives with her foster mother Ursula. Their paths are destined to cross as Bess, spirited and strong-willed, embodies a contrast to Richard's sensitive nature. The opening chapters set the stage for a tale of romance, conflict, and the clash between nature and civilization, as well as the personal battles between honor and desire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aMate selection -- Fiction  aAdventure stories  aEngland -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction  aSmugglers -- Fiction40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57758  c98587d98587