Orioles' Daughter (1892)

Orioles' Daughter is a novel written by Jessie Fothergill and published in 1892. The story is set in the late 19th century in England and revolves around the life of a young woman named Maud. Maud is the daughter of a wealthy businessman who owns a large estate in the countryside. Despite her privileged upbringing, Maud is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined to live life on her own terms.The novel follows Maud's journey as she navigates the challenges of society and the expectations placed on her as a woman of her class. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters, including a young artist named Ralph and a wealthy aristocrat named Lord St. George. As Maud struggles to find her place in the world, she must also confront the secrets and scandals that threaten to tear her family apart.Throughout the novel, Fothergill explores themes of class, gender, and identity, highlighting the limitations faced by women in Victorian society. Despite the obstacles she faces, Maud remains determined to forge her own path and find happiness on her own terms.Overall, Orioles' Daughter is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of Victorian society and the struggles faced by women of the era.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.