Martyrs To Circumstance (1861)

By Maria Theresa Longworth

Book Overview

Martyrs To Circumstance is a novel written by Maria Theresa Longworth and published in 1861. The book is set in the mid-19th century and tells the story of two sisters, Clara and Lucy, who are forced to navigate the challenges of their time. The sisters are born into a wealthy family in England, but their lives are far from easy. Clara is married off to a man she does not love, while Lucy falls in love with a man who is already engaged.As the sisters struggle to find happiness, they are confronted with the harsh realities of their society. They witness the suffering of the poor and the injustices of the legal system. They also face the prejudices of their peers, who judge them for their choices and their station in life.Despite the obstacles they face, Clara and Lucy remain determined to live their lives on their own terms. They fight against the constraints of their circumstances and the expectations of their society, even if it means sacrificing their own happiness.Martyrs To Circumstance is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the themes of love, sacrifice, and social justice. It provides a vivid portrait of life in mid-19th century England and offers a compelling commentary on the challenges faced by women of the time.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: 1120000831
• ISBN13: 9781120000835
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"