The Elder Sister (1855)

The Elder Sister is a novel written by Marian James and published in 1855. The story revolves around the lives of two sisters, Emily and Julia, who are very different from each other. Emily is the elder sister and is portrayed as responsible, dutiful, and level-headed, while Julia is younger and more impulsive.The novel begins with Emily's engagement to a wealthy man named Mr. Leslie. However, the engagement is called off when Mr. Leslie's mother objects to Emily's lack of social status. This event sets the stage for the rest of the novel, as Emily struggles to find her place in society and navigate the expectations placed upon her as a woman.Throughout the novel, Emily and Julia's relationship is tested as they face various challenges and obstacles. Emily is forced to confront the realities of poverty and social inequality, while Julia becomes entangled in a scandalous affair with a married man. Despite their differences, the sisters remain close and supportive of each other.The Elder Sister is a novel that explores themes of love, family, duty, and social class. It offers a glimpse into the lives of women in the mid-19th century and provides a commentary on the societal norms and expectations of the time. Overall, it is a compelling and insightful read that offers a glimpse into a bygone era.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.