A Group Of Noble Dames

By Thomas Hardy

A group of noble dames is a collection that traces the intertwined lives of women whose experiences reveal the tension between personal desire and the social structures that confine them. The stories center on the emotional and moral struggles faced by individuals shaped by duty, status, and expectation. The opening events portray a young woman caught in the middle of parental conflict over a marriage arranged without regard for her inner life, illustrating the broader pressures placed on women whose futures are negotiated rather than chosen. As the narrative progresses, her attempts to maintain independence highlight the delicate balance between obedience and self-determination in a world where reputation and lineage govern every decision. The work uses domestic disputes, quiet moments of reflection, and shifting power dynamics to expose how limited autonomy affects growth, relationships, and identity. Through these interconnected accounts, the volume underscores the resilience, vulnerability, and quiet defiance present in lives shaped by tradition yet yearning for freedom.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9375553949
• ISBN13: 9789375553946
• Release Date: November 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"