Hester Stanley's Friends (1898)

Hester Stanley's Friends is a novel written by Harriet Prescott Spofford and first published in 1898. Set in the late 19th century, the book follows the life of Hester Stanley, a young woman living in a small New England town. Hester is a kind and generous person, beloved by all who know her. She is particularly close to a group of friends, including the wealthy and influential Mrs. Van Cortlandt, the beautiful and mysterious Madame Rostov, and the charming and dashing Mr. Laurence. As the story unfolds, Hester becomes embroiled in a series of scandals and intrigues involving her friends. She discovers that Madame Rostov is not who she seems, and that Mr. Laurence has a dark secret in his past. Meanwhile, Mrs. Van Cortlandt is caught up in a bitter feud with her own family, and Hester must navigate the treacherous waters of their conflict. Throughout it all, Hester remains steadfast and true to her friends, even as she confronts the harsh realities of life in a society that values wealth and status above all else. With its vivid characters and engaging plot, Hester Stanley's Friends is a timeless tale of loyalty, love, and the enduring power of friendship.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.