Belinda: A Novel (1884)

By Rhoda Broughton

Book Overview

Belinda: A Novel is a literary work written by Rhoda Broughton in 1884. The novel is a romantic fiction that revolves around the life of a young woman named Belinda, who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. The story is set in the Victorian era, and it explores the themes of love, marriage, and social class.Belinda is portrayed as a strong-willed and independent woman who defies the norms of her society. She refuses to conform to the expectations of her family and society and instead chooses to follow her heart. The novel follows Belinda's journey as she navigates through the challenges of love and relationships.The story begins with Belinda falling in love with a young man named Clarence Hervey. However, their relationship is threatened by the social differences between them. Clarence is from a lower social class, and Belinda's family disapproves of their relationship. Despite the challenges, Belinda and Clarence continue to pursue their love for each other.As the story progresses, Belinda faces numerous obstacles in her quest for love and happiness. She is forced to choose between her heart and her family's expectations, and she must navigate through the complexities of Victorian society.Belinda: A Novel is a timeless classic that explores the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of social class. The novel is a must-read for anyone who enjoys romantic fiction and wants to gain a better understanding of Victorian society.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: 1436787017
• ISBN13: 9781436787017
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"