Both Sides Of The Street (1870)

By Mary Spring Walker

Book Overview

Both Sides of the Street is a novel written by Mary Spring Walker and published in 1870. The story revolves around the lives of two sisters, Lucy and Kate, who are raised in different households due to their parents' separation. Lucy grows up with her mother, a wealthy and respectable woman, while Kate is raised by her father, a gambler and drunkard.As the sisters grow older, they become aware of the differences in their upbringings and the impact it has on their lives. Lucy is educated and refined, while Kate struggles with poverty and the stigma of her father's reputation. Despite these challenges, both sisters find love and happiness in their own ways.The novel explores themes of family, class, and gender roles in Victorian society. It also highlights the struggles of women during this time period and the limited opportunities available to them. Through the characters of Lucy and Kate, the author presents a nuanced portrayal of the complexities of life in 19th century England.Overall, Both Sides of the Street is a poignant and engaging novel that offers insight into the social and cultural landscape of Victorian England.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: 1166608891
• ISBN13: 9781166608897
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"