The Mourner's Gift

By Mrs. M. A. Patrick

Book Overview

The Mourner's Gift is a novel written by Mrs. M. A. Patrick and originally published in 1837. The story revolves around a young woman named Ellen, who is forced to confront the grief and loss of her father's death. As Ellen struggles to come to terms with her loss, she finds solace in the company of her cousin, Edward, who helps her to navigate the difficult emotions and challenges of mourning. Along the way, Ellen must also confront the societal expectations and gender roles that limit her ability to fully express her grief and find closure. The novel is a poignant exploration of the complexities of grief and the ways in which individuals cope with loss. It also offers a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of 19th century England, particularly with regards to women and their roles in society. Overall, The Mourner's Gift is a moving and thought-provoking novel that offers insight into the human experience of loss and the power of connection and support in times of grief.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: 1120906385
• ISBN13: 9781120906380
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"