Hecla Sandwith (1905)

By Edward Abram Uffington Valentine and Edward Uffington Walentine

Book Overview

Hecla Sandwith is a novel written by Edward Uffington Valentine and published in 1905. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of the titular character, Hecla Sandwith, a young woman who is struggling to find her place in the world. Hecla is the daughter of a wealthy businessman and has grown up in a privileged environment, but she feels stifled by the expectations placed upon her by society.The novel explores themes of class, gender, and identity as Hecla tries to navigate her way through the complexities of life. She is torn between her desire to break free from the constraints of her upbringing and her sense of duty to her family and social status. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters, including artists, writers, and bohemians, who challenge her worldview and push her to question her own beliefs.As Hecla struggles to find her place in the world, she also grapples with her own sense of self. She is torn between her desire to conform to societal norms and her need to express her true self. Ultimately, the novel is a story of self-discovery and the pursuit of personal freedom.Written in a lyrical and evocative style, Hecla Sandwith is a timeless tale of a young woman's journey towards self-realization. It offers a vivid portrait of turn-of-the-century society and the challenges faced by those who dared to challenge the status quo.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: 116391682X
• ISBN13: 9781163916827
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"