Hagar: A Story Of Today

By Alice Carey

Book Overview

Hagar: A Story Of Today is a novel written by Alice Carey in 1852. The book tells the story of Hagar, a young woman who is born into poverty and struggles to find her place in the world. Hagar's life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a wealthy man named Walter, but their relationship is complicated by societal expectations and class differences.The novel explores themes of love, class, and social mobility, as well as the challenges faced by women in the mid-19th century. Hagar's journey is one of self-discovery and resilience, as she navigates the complexities of her relationships and strives to create a better life for herself.Through Hagar's story, Carey offers a critique of the rigid social structures of her time and advocates for greater freedom and equality for women. The book is a powerful commentary on the social and political issues of its era, as well as a timeless exploration of the human condition.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: 1165542412
• ISBN13: 9781165542413
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"