Woman's Devotion V1: A Novel (1855)

By Julia Cecilia Stretton

Book Overview

Woman's Devotion V1: A Novel is a literary work written by Julia Cecilia Stretton and published in 1855. The novel revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Percival, who is deeply devoted to her faith and her family. Mary is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and is raised in a loving and devout household. However, her world is turned upside down when her father dies, leaving her mother and siblings in dire financial straits.As the eldest daughter, Mary takes it upon herself to support her family and becomes a governess to a wealthy family. Despite the challenges she faces, Mary remains steadfast in her devotion to her faith and her family. Along the way, she meets several intriguing characters, including a young man named Robert who captures her heart.The novel explores themes of faith, family, love, and sacrifice. Stretton's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and she paints a vivid picture of life in Victorian England. The book is the first in a two-part series, and readers will be left eager to discover what happens next to Mary and her loved ones.Overall, Woman's Devotion V1: A Novel is a captivating read that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in the 19th century and the challenges they faced. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and those interested in exploring the role of women in Victorian society.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: 1104532506
• ISBN13: 9781104532505
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"