The Princess Sophia: A Novel (1900) is a historical fiction novel written by Edward Frederic Benson. The story takes place in the late 18th century, during the reign of King George III of England. The novel revolves around the life of Princess Sophia, the youngest daughter of the king, who is known for her wit, intelligence, and beauty. Sophia is a strong-willed woman who is determined to live life on her own terms, despite the constraints of her royal status. She is also deeply in love with a man named Lord Maitland, who is not of royal blood. The novel explores the challenges Sophia faces as she tries to balance her duty to her family and her desire for personal happiness.Throughout the novel, Benson weaves in historical events and figures, such as the French Revolution and the Duke of Wellington, to provide a rich backdrop for the story. The novel also explores themes of love, duty, and the limitations of societal expectations.Overall, The Princess Sophia: A Novel (1900) is a captivating and well-written historical fiction novel that offers a glimpse into the life of a fascinating historical figure.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.