The Scarlet Shawl: A Novel (1874)

By Richard Jefferies

Book Overview

The Scarlet Shawl is a novel written by Richard Jefferies and published in 1874. Set in rural England, the story revolves around a young woman named Hester who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life after her father's death. Hester is left alone to care for her younger siblings and struggles to make ends meet. She is forced to sell her father's possessions, including a prized scarlet shawl, in order to survive. Along the way, Hester encounters various characters, including a wealthy landowner who offers her a job as a governess. However, Hester's pride prevents her from accepting the position, and she continues to struggle to provide for her family. The Scarlet Shawl is a poignant portrayal of the challenges faced by women in Victorian England and the strength and resilience required to overcome them. Jefferies' vivid descriptions of the English countryside and his sympathetic portrayal of Hester make this novel a timeless classic.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: 1165111772
• ISBN13: 9781165111770
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"