Prudence Palfrey a Novel

Prudence Palfrey is a novel written by Thomas Bailey Aldrich. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the life of Prudence Palfrey, a young woman from Boston who is struggling to find her place in society. Prudence is a shy and reserved person who is often overlooked by others, but she has a strong sense of self and a desire to make a difference in the world.As the story unfolds, Prudence becomes involved in a number of different social circles, including the literary and artistic communities of Boston. She meets a number of interesting characters, including the charming and charismatic Felix Bonnell, who becomes a close friend and confidant.Throughout the novel, Prudence faces a number of challenges and obstacles, including the expectations of her family and society, as well as her own insecurities and doubts. However, she remains steadfast in her determination to live a meaningful life and to make a difference in the world.Overall, Prudence Palfrey is a beautifully written and engaging novel that explores themes of identity, class, and social expectations. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.1874. Early successes with contributed prose and verse to various journals encouraged Aldrich to pursue a literary career. For many years he wrote exclusively for the Atlantic Monthly prior to becoming its editor, but it is as a poet that he is best remembered. The book begins: Parson Wibird Hawkins was in trouble. The trouble was not of a pecuniary nature, for the good man had not only laid up treasures in heaven, but had kept a temporal eye on the fluctuations of real estate in Rivermouth, and was the owner of three or four of the nicest houses in Hollyhock Row. Nor was his trouble of a domestic nature, whatever it once might have been, for Mrs. Wibird Hawkins was dead this quarter of a century. Nor was it of the kind that sometimes befalls too susceptible shepherds, for the parson had reached an age when the prettiest of his flock might have frisked about him without stirring a pulse. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.