Humphry Ward

The Mating of Lydia (eBook, ePUB)

Love, Society, and Transformation in Victorian England

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Humphry Mrs. Ward's novel, 'The Mating of Lydia', is a gripping tale of love, society, and personal transformation set in Victorian England. The book explores the complexities of relationships and the societal expectations placed on individuals, especially women, during this time period. Ward's prose is elegant and evocative, showcasing her skill as a storyteller. The novel is a combination of a romance and social commentary, making it a compelling read for those interested in both genres. Ward's detailed descriptions of settings and characters add depth to the narrative, immersing readers in Lydia's world. 'The Mating of Lydia' is a powerful literary work that offers insight into the social norms and values of Victorian society, making it a significant contribution to the canon of Victorian literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 389
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066243609
• Artikelnr.: 58929512

Autorenporträt

Mary Augusta Ward CBE was a British author who lived from June 11, 1851, to March 24, 1920. She wrote under her married name, Mrs. Humphry Ward. Setting up a Settlement in London to help poor people get better schooling was one way she did this. In 1908, she became the first President of the Women's National Anti-Suffrage League. Mary Augusta Arnold was born in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. She came from a well-known family of writers and educators. Mary was the daughter of Julia Sorell and Tom Arnold, who taught literature. William Thomas Arnold was a writer and journalist, Ethel Arnold worked for women's right to vote, and Julia Huxley started Prior's Field School for Girls in 1902 and married Leonard Huxley. Their sons were Julian and Aldous Huxley. It was important for British intellectual life to have people like the Arnolds and the Huxleys. Author Matthew Arnold was her uncle, and Thomas Arnold, the famous headmaster of Rugby School, was her grandpa. Tom Arnold, Mary's father, was made head of schools in Van Diemen's Land, which is now Tasmania. He started his job on January 15, 1850.