The House Of Bondage

By Emma Jane Worboise

Book Overview

The House of Bondage is a novel by Emma Jane Worboise that was originally published in 1860. The story is set in London and follows the life of a young woman named Agnes Grey who is forced to work as a governess in order to support herself and her family. Agnes is a strong and determined character who faces many challenges and hardships as she struggles to make a life for herself in a society that is hostile to women.The novel explores themes of class, gender, and social inequality, and highlights the struggles that women faced in Victorian England. Through Agnes's experiences, the reader is given a glimpse into the harsh realities of life for women who were forced to work in low-paying and often exploitative jobs.The House of Bondage is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in Victorian England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women's rights and social justice.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: 1163308404
• ISBN13: 9781163308400
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 584 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"