Lilian's Retrospect (1877)

Lilian's Retrospect is a novel written by E.T. Bartley and first published in 1877. The story follows the life of Lilian, a young woman who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life after the sudden death of her father. Lilian is left alone and penniless, and must navigate a society that is not kind to women without means. Throughout the novel, Lilian faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including poverty, illness, and the scorn of those around her. Despite these difficulties, she remains determined to make a life for herself and find happiness. As Lilian reflects on her past and struggles to build a future, she is forced to confront some of the darker aspects of human nature, including greed, jealousy, and betrayal. However, she also encounters acts of kindness and compassion, which give her hope and inspire her to keep going. Lilian's Retrospect is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit. It offers a vivid portrait of Victorian society and the challenges faced by women of that era, while also providing a timeless message about the power of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.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.