Hester's Sacrifice V1 (1866)

Hester's Sacrifice V1 is a novel written by Eliza Stephenson and originally published in 1866. The story is set in England and follows the life of Hester, a young woman who is forced to make a sacrifice for the sake of her family. Hester is in love with a man named Edward, but her father disapproves of their relationship and arranges for her to marry a wealthy but cruel man named Mr. Fenton. Hester agrees to the marriage in order to save her family from financial ruin. As the story progresses, Hester struggles to cope with her unhappy marriage and the constant abuse from Mr. Fenton. She finds solace in her friendship with Edward, who remains devoted to her despite their forbidden love. Hester's sacrifice takes a toll on her physical and emotional well-being, but she remains determined to do what is best for her family. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the societal pressures faced by women in the Victorian era. It is a poignant and emotional tale that will resonate with readers who appreciate historical fiction and stories of personal sacrifice.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.