""Dorothy: A Country Story"" is a book written by Arthur Joseph Munby in 1880. It is a collection of elegiac verse that tells the story of a young woman named Dorothy who lives in the countryside. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Dorothy's life, from her childhood to her eventual death. The book is written in a poetic style that is both beautiful and haunting, with vivid descriptions of the natural world and the emotions of the characters. Munby's preface to the book provides insight into his inspiration for the work, as well as his thoughts on the role of poetry in society. Overall, ""Dorothy: A Country Story"" is a moving and lyrical work that captures the essence of rural life in the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in poetry, literature, or the history of rural England.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.