The Ladies Of Lovel-Leigh V2 (1862)

The Ladies of Lovel-Leigh Volume 2 is a novel written by Julia Cecilia Stretton and published in 1862. The book is a continuation of the story from Volume 1 and follows the lives of the three sisters, Edith, Ethel, and Lily Lovel-Leigh, as they navigate the challenges of Victorian society. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, family, and class, as the sisters struggle to find their place in a world that values social status and wealth above all else. Edith, the eldest sister, is married to a wealthy landowner but finds herself unhappy and unfulfilled. Ethel, the middle sister, falls in love with a man of lower social standing, causing tension within the family. Lily, the youngest sister, is pursued by a wealthy suitor but must decide whether to follow her heart or her head.Throughout the book, Stretton offers a critique of the rigid social norms of Victorian England, particularly in regards to women's roles and expectations. The novel also touches on issues such as mental health, education, and philanthropy.Overall, The Ladies of Lovel-Leigh Volume 2 is a sweeping tale of love, family, and societal expectations, offering a glimpse into the complexities of Victorian life.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.