Mistress Matchett's Mistake : Kessinger Publishing : 9781120647481 : 1120647487 : 21 Nov 2009 : Mistress Matchett's Mistake: A Very Old Story is a novel written by Emma Marshall and originally published in 1887. The story is set in England during the 17th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Matchett. Mary is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and is engaged to be married to a young man named George. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she is falsely accused of stealing a valuable necklace from her future mother-in-law.Despite her protests of innocence, Mary is banished from her home and forced to live on the streets. She eventually finds refuge with a group of Quakers who take her in and help her start a new life. Along the way, Mary learns important lessons about forgiveness, trust, and the power of love.Mistress Matchett's Mistake: A Very Old Story is a classic tale of redemption and second chances. It offers a glimpse into the social and cultura