Orioles' Daughter (1892)

Orioles' Daughter is a novel written by Jessie Fothergill and first published in 1892. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Elinor Oriole. Elinor is the daughter of a wealthy businessman in London and is brought up in a sheltered and privileged environment. However, her life takes a drastic turn when her father dies suddenly, leaving her with a large inheritance and a sense of responsibility to manage the family business.As Elinor navigates the challenges of running a business, she also struggles with the expectations placed upon her as a woman in a male-dominated society. She is torn between her desire for independence and her duty to conform to societal norms. Along the way, she meets a number of interesting characters, including a young artist who captures her heart and a group of suffragettes who inspire her to fight for women's rights.The novel explores themes of gender roles, class divisions, and the changing social landscape of Victorian England. It is a poignant and thought-provoking story that offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of a young woman trying to find her place in the world. Overall, Orioles' Daughter is a compelling work of historical fiction that is sure to captivate readers with its richly drawn characters and vivid portrayal of life in the late 19th century.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.