The Impediment

The Impediment is a novel written by Dorothea Gerard in 1898. It tells the story of a young woman named Felicity who is born with a physical impairment that makes her appear different from others. Despite her disability, Felicity is determined to live a normal life and pursue her dreams.The novel explores the challenges and prejudices that Felicity faces as she tries to navigate through society. She encounters people who are cruel and judgmental towards her, but also finds allies who support her and help her overcome obstacles. Along the way, Felicity falls in love with a man named Arthur, who accepts her for who she is and encourages her to pursue her passions.The Impediment is a poignant tale that delves into themes of identity, self-acceptance, and the power of love. It sheds light on the struggles that people with disabilities face in a world that often discriminates against them, and encourages readers to be more accepting and empathetic towards those who are different. Through Felicity's journey, the novel inspires readers to embrace their own unique qualities and to never give up on their dreams.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.