The Village Wife's Lament (1918)

The Village Wife's Lament is a novel written by Maurice Hewlett and published in 1918. The story is set in a rural village in England and follows the life of a woman named Joan. She is married to a man who is often absent and neglectful, leaving her to care for their children and manage the household on her own. Joan's life becomes even more difficult when she is accused of witchcraft by her neighbors. She is forced to defend herself against the accusations and prove her innocence. Along the way, she discovers the harsh realities of life in a small village, where gossip and superstition can have devastating consequences.The novel explores themes of gender roles, social norms, and the power dynamics within a community. It also offers a vivid portrayal of life in rural England during the early 20th century. The Village Wife's Lament is a poignant and thought-provoking work that continues to resonate with readers today.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.