Excerpt from Well Won
IT was a fine warm morning, and Mrs. Thorpe was a little earlier than usual on the day succeeding that described in the last chapter. She was seated, pen in hand, at a writing-table in one of the windows of the library, which overlooked a piece of ornamental ground at the back of the houses in Richmond Gardens, and which entitled them to that appellation. She was a slight, willowy woman, with very fair hair and light blue eyes. Her smile though sweet was a little sad, and her voice low and timid. A gentle, loving woman, yet not altogether devoid of strength, although it was hid den too far down under the surface strata of shyness and self-distrust to be easily recognized or evoked.
Her blotting-book was Open, and a long slip of paper covered with figures lay before her. A pile of small books were on one side of the table, and at the other stood a severe-looking woman in a prim white cap, a neat print dress, and a large white apron.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a delightful journey into the privileged and complex world of Victorian women. Centred around the prestigious Excelsior House College for young ladies, the narrative chronicles the diverse experiences of its students and staff. The author delves into the nuances of female ambition, independence and self-discovery amidst the constraints of society's expectations. Through the eyes of spirited Miss Lowndes, the reader gains intimate insights into the struggles and triumphs of women seeking to navigate a rapidly changing world. This captivating tale explores the boundaries of gender roles, education and the pursuit of personal fulfilment, shedding light on the complexities of Victorian womanhood and leaving a lasting impression on readers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780259228721_0
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