Lady Hester; Or, Ursula's Narrative by Charlotte M. Yonge

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Author Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901
Title Lady Hester; Or, Ursula's Narrative
Note Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary “Lady Hester; Or, Ursula's Narrative” by Charlotte M. Yonge is a novel written during the late 19th century. It explores themes of identity, family, and societal expectations through the lens of its main characters, particularly Ursula and her family, as they navigate the complexities of their heritage and the unexpected consequences of a long-buried secret regarding Lord Trevorsham's first marriage. At the start of the narrative, Ursula, along with her brothers and sister, reflects on their family history and the strange circumstances that surround their lineage, particularly after the arrival of Hester Lea, who claims to be the daughter of Lord Trevorsham's first wife. Ursula recounts the happy days at their childhood home of Trevorsham, contrasted with the troubled present defined by Hester's claim. The story unfolds with a mixture of nostalgia and foreboding, setting the stage for the unfolding drama as Hester's presence brings to light the unresolved matters concerning her mother's past and the implications for Ursula's family, forcing them to confront their identity and social standing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject Domestic fiction
Subject Upper class -- England -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject Canada -- History -- 1763-1867 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 4659
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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