A Rise In The World: A Novel (1900)

By Adeline Sergeant

Book Overview

""A Rise In The World: A Novel"" is a literary work written by Adeline Sergeant and published in 1900. The novel is a captivating story of a young woman's journey from poverty to wealth and social status. The protagonist, Rachel West, is a talented and intelligent girl who grows up in a working-class family. Despite her humble beginnings, Rachel is determined to rise above her circumstances and make a name for herself in the world.The story follows Rachel's journey as she navigates through various challenges and opportunities that come her way. She works hard to improve her education and skills, and eventually lands a job as a governess in a wealthy family. Through her hard work and dedication, Rachel gains the respect and admiration of her employers, and eventually becomes a trusted confidant and friend to them.As Rachel's star rises, she also attracts the attention of several suitors, including a wealthy and influential man who could offer her the security and social status she has always dreamed of. However, Rachel must navigate the complex social dynamics of the upper class and make difficult choices about her future.""A Rise In The World: A Novel"" is a compelling story of ambition, perseverance, and the pursuit of success in a world that can be both cruel and rewarding. Sergeant's prose is rich and evocative, transporting readers to a bygone era and immersing them in the world of her characters. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and stories of personal triumph.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436747708
• ISBN13: 9781436747707
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"