The Wild Widow (1908)

By Gertie De S Wentworth-James

Book Overview

The Wild Widow is a novel written by Gertie De S. Wentworth-James and published in 1908. The story revolves around the character of Lady Diana, a young and beautiful widow who is known for her wild and unconventional behavior. Despite being a member of the aristocracy, Lady Diana is not content with the constraints of her social status and seeks to break free from the expectations placed upon her.As the plot unfolds, Lady Diana becomes involved in a scandalous affair with a young artist named Jack, who is also her cousin. Their relationship is frowned upon by society, and Lady Diana must navigate the challenges of being a widow and a scandalous figure in a society that values propriety above all else.The novel explores themes of love, passion, and societal expectations, and offers a glimpse into the lives of the upper class in early 20th century England. With its vivid descriptions of the English countryside, its colorful characters, and its scandalous plot, The Wild Widow is a captivating read for fans of historical fiction and romance.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: 1164184024
• ISBN13: 9781164184027
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"