H. Lovett Cameron

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Poor Wisdom's Chance V1

A Novel (1880)

Beschreibung

Poor Wisdom's Chance Volume 1 is a novel written by Mrs. H. Lovett Cameron and was first published in 1880. The story follows the life of a young woman named Wisdom, who is forced to leave her home in the countryside after her father's death. She moves to London to live with her aunt and uncle, but soon discovers that life in the city is not as easy as she had imagined.Wisdom struggles to adjust to her new life, but eventually finds work as a governess for a wealthy family. She falls in love with the family's son, but their relationship is complicated by their different social statuses. Meanwhile, her aunt and uncle face financial difficulties, and Wisdom must decide whether to help them or pursue her own happiness.The novel explores themes of class, love, and family, and provides a vivid depiction of life in Victorian England. It is a compelling read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and classic literature.In Three Volumes.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.

Autor

Mrs. H. Lovett Cameron, born Caroline Emily Sharp in 1844 in London, was a British author known for her romantic fiction novels. Over the course of her career, she wrote more than fourteen three-volume novels, gaining popularity for her engaging storytelling and exploration of themes such as love, sacrifice, and societal expectations. Her works often centered on the emotional complexities of relationships, particularly within the context of Victorian society, where social norms and class distinctions played a significant role in shaping personal destinies. Mrs. Lovett Cameron's most notable works include Worth Winning: A Novel and A Vain Sacrifice, which are representative of the romantic and melodramatic style she often employed. Her novels typically feature strong, complex female protagonists, navigating the tensions between personal desires and the constraints imposed by their families and society. She lived much of her life in Kensington, London, where she passed away in 1921 at the age of 77. Cameron remains an important figure in 19th-century British romantic fiction, with her works offering a window into the emotional and social concerns of her time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 268
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 393g
• ISBN-13: 9781437096286
• ISBN-10: 143709628X
• Artikelnr.: 25508694