The Las' Day (1892)

By Imogen Clark

Book Overview

""The Last Day"" is a novel written by Imogen Clark and published in 1892. The story is set in rural England and follows the lives of three women: Mrs. March, her daughter, and their servant, Bessie. The novel is a social commentary on the class divide in Victorian England and the struggles of women in a patriarchal society. The plot revolves around the impending death of Mrs. March, who is a wealthy landowner. Her daughter, who is in love with the local doctor, is torn between her duty to her mother and her desire to marry the man she loves. Bessie, the servant, is also faced with a difficult decision as she must choose between loyalty to her mistress and her own desires. The novel explores themes such as love, duty, class, and gender roles. It is a poignant and thought-provoking read that offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by women in the late 19th century.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: 116414717X
• ISBN13: 9781164147176
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"