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The Admiral's Ward

A Novel (1883)

Beschreibung

The Admiral's Ward is a novel written by Alexander, Mrs. in 1883. The story revolves around a young girl named Maud who is taken in by Admiral Sir Peter Leigh after her father dies. Maud's father was a sailor who had served under the Admiral and had asked him to look after his daughter if anything were to happen to him. Maud is brought up in the Admiral's household along with his own daughter, Edith, and his nephew, Jack. The story follows Maud's journey as she grows up and falls in love with Jack. However, their love is not accepted by the Admiral, who wants Jack to marry Edith instead. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and family relationships, as well as the societal norms and expectations of the time period. The Admiral's Ward is a classic Victorian novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of the upper class during the 19th century.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.

Autor

Anne "Annie" French Hector, better known by her pen name Mrs. Alexander, was a popular 19th-century novelist born on June 23, 1825, in Dublin, Ireland. She became well-known for her works, which often centered on young women navigating complex emotional and social dilemmas. Her novels typically explored themes of love, family, money, and societal expectations, with many of her characters facing the challenges of balancing these competing forces, sometimes complicated by a legacy or inheritance. Mrs. Alexander s stories often focused on the internal struggles of her protagonists, highlighting their growth and development as they confronted personal and moral conflicts. In 1858, she married Alexander Hector, and she spent much of her life in London, where she continued to write until her death on July 10, 1902. Her works were highly regarded during her lifetime, and she enjoyed popularity among readers of her era. Though her fame has since waned, her novels remain a reflection of the societal and gender dynamics of 19th-century Britain, offering insight into the challenges faced by women of that time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 484
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 26mm
• Gewicht: 695g
• ISBN-13: 9781437148824
• ISBN-10: 1437148824
• Artikelnr.: 25520566