Within The Shadow (1884)

By Dorothy Holroyd

Book Overview

Within The Shadow is a novel written by Dorothy Holroyd and first published in 1884. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Maud, who is struggling to find her place in society. Maud is the daughter of a wealthy businessman, but she is not content with a life of leisure and luxury. She is determined to make a difference in the world and to help those less fortunate than herself.As Maud begins to explore her passions and interests, she becomes involved with a group of social activists who are working to improve the lives of the poor and disadvantaged. Along the way, she meets a young man named Arthur, who shares her ideals and ambitions. Together, they work to bring about change in their community and to make a difference in the world.However, as Maud and Arthur become more deeply involved in their work, they also begin to face opposition from those who are threatened by their progressive ideas. The couple must navigate the challenges and obstacles that come with their activism, while also navigating their own feelings for each other.Within The Shadow is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of social justice, activism, and the struggle for personal fulfillment. Holroyd's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this book a timeless classic that is still relevant today.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: 1167222288
• ISBN13: 9781167222283
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"