Bessie Gordon's Story (1874)

By Maggie Symington

Book Overview

Bessie Gordon's Story is a novel written by Maggie Symington in 1874. The book tells the story of a young woman named Bessie Gordon, who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Bessie is beautiful, intelligent, and kind-hearted, but she is also headstrong and determined to live life on her own terms.The novel follows Bessie as she navigates the challenges of life in Victorian England, including the restrictions placed on women, the expectations of high society, and the pressures of family and tradition. Bessie must also contend with the advances of a persistent suitor, who is determined to win her hand in marriage.Despite these challenges, Bessie remains true to herself and her beliefs, refusing to conform to the expectations of others. She is a strong and independent woman who is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in, even if it means going against the norms of society.Bessie Gordon's Story is a captivating tale of love, independence, and the struggle for self-determination in a time when women were expected to be submissive and obedient. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today, reminding us of the importance of staying true to ourselves and our beliefs, even in the face of adversity.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: 1436787661
• ISBN13: 9781436787666
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"