It was not surprising that Lavina enjoyed reading, because the Vicarage was full of books.
Her father, who was the younger son of Lord Vernon, had managed to explore a great deal of the world before he had settled down with a wife.
His father had intended to give him a Parish that was a part of his estate, but unfortunately Lord Vernon died while his son was abroad and the new heir sold the house and its surroundings.
Arthur Vernon was offered a living by the Earl of Kenwick who had always been a friend of the family.
With his wife, Arthur Vernon settled down at Little Wickington and they were very happy.
When he could no longer journey abroad as he had done when he was free Arthur Vernon “travelled” by reading every book he could find which described parts of the world to which he ha
