Pansies And Asphodel (1878)

By Louisa Bigg

Book Overview

Pansies and Asphodel is a novel written by Louisa Bigg and published in 1878. The book tells the story of a young woman named Hester who is forced to leave her home and move to London after her father's death. Hester is taken in by her wealthy aunt and uncle, who try to mold her into a proper lady. However, Hester struggles to fit into high society and finds herself drawn to a young artist named Cyril. As she navigates her new life, Hester must choose between conforming to societal expectations or following her heart.The novel explores themes of class, gender roles, and the constraints of Victorian society. It also offers a glimpse into the world of late 19th-century London, with its bustling streets, fashionable salons, and lively art scene. Pansies and Asphodel is a charming and engaging read that will appeal to fans of classic literature and historical fiction.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: 1165668572
• ISBN13: 9781165668571
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"