The Marriage Of Elinor (1891) - Oliphant, Margaret
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The Marriage of Elinor, written by Margaret Oliphant and published in 1891, is a Victorian novel that explores the themes of love, marriage, and social expectations. Set in the English countryside, the story follows the life of Elinor Dennistoun, a young woman who is forced to choose between two very different suitors.Elinor is a practical and sensible woman who is determined to make a good marriage for herself. She is courted by two men: the wealthy and charming Lord Bracknell, who represents the world of high society and social status, and the kind and intelligent Mr. Mowbray, who represents…mehr

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The Marriage of Elinor, written by Margaret Oliphant and published in 1891, is a Victorian novel that explores the themes of love, marriage, and social expectations. Set in the English countryside, the story follows the life of Elinor Dennistoun, a young woman who is forced to choose between two very different suitors.Elinor is a practical and sensible woman who is determined to make a good marriage for herself. She is courted by two men: the wealthy and charming Lord Bracknell, who represents the world of high society and social status, and the kind and intelligent Mr. Mowbray, who represents the world of intellectual pursuits and personal fulfillment.As Elinor struggles to make a decision, she is also faced with the challenges of navigating the social expectations of her time. Her family and friends pressure her to make a choice that will benefit them, rather than considering her own desires and needs.Throughout the novel, Oliphant explores the complexities of love and marriage, and the tension between societal expectations and personal fulfillment. The Marriage of Elinor is a nuanced and insightful portrayal of Victorian society and the challenges faced by women in that era.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.
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Margaret Oliphant Wilson Oliphant, née Margaret Oliphant Wilson le 4 avril 1828 à Wallyford près de Musselburgh dans l'East Lothian et morte le 25 juin 1897 à Wimbledon, est une romancière et historienne écossaise. Elle épouse en 1852 son cousin Frank Wilson Oliphant, dont elle a six enfants.