The School For Widows V3: A Novel (1791)

By Clara Reeve

Book Overview

The School For Widows V3: A Novel (1791) by Clara Reeve is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of a group of widows who come together to form a school for women. The novel is set in the 18th century and follows the lives of the widows as they navigate the challenges of being single women in a society that values marriage and family above all else.The main character of the novel is Mrs. Selwyn, a wealthy widow who decides to use her resources to create a school for women. The school is designed to teach women the skills they need to survive on their own, such as sewing, cooking, and managing finances. The widows who attend the school come from all walks of life and have their own unique stories and struggles.As the novel progresses, the widows form close bonds with one another and support each other through their various challenges. They also become involved in the wider community, using their skills to help those in need and advocating for women's rights.The School For Widows V3: A Novel is a compelling and insightful look at the lives of women in the 18th century. It explores themes of friendship, independence, and the importance of education for women. Clara Reeve's writing is engaging and vivid, bringing the world of the widows to life in a way that is both entertaining and informative.In Three Volumes. 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: 1165785633
• ISBN13: 9781165785636
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"