Iva Kildare

Iva Kildare: A Matrimonial Problem is a novel written by Lucy Bethia Walford and published in 1897. The story revolves around the titular character, Iva Kildare, a young woman who finds herself in a difficult situation when she becomes engaged to two different men at the same time. Iva is torn between her love for the wealthy and charming Sir John Penton and her loyalty to her childhood friend, the honorable but less financially stable Ralph Walrond. As she struggles to make a decision, Iva must navigate the expectations and pressures of society, as well as her own conflicted feelings.The novel explores themes of love, duty, and societal expectations, as well as the challenges faced by women in Victorian England. Walford's writing is praised for its wit and humor, as well as its incisive commentary on the mores of the time.Overall, Iva Kildare: A Matrimonial Problem is a compelling and entertaining read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and romantic complexities of Victorian England.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.