The Hidden Life (1898)

The Hidden Life is a novel written by James Russell Miller, first published in 1898. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Ware, who is living with her wealthy aunt and uncle in a large mansion in the city. Mary is a kind-hearted and intelligent girl, but she feels stifled by the shallow and materialistic lifestyle of her relatives.As the story progresses, Mary discovers that her aunt and uncle have been concealing a dark secret from her. She learns that her uncle has been embezzling money from his business partners, and that her aunt has been covering up his crimes. Mary is torn between her loyalty to her family and her sense of justice, and she struggles to find a way to expose the truth without causing harm to those she loves.Throughout the novel, Miller explores themes of morality, integrity, and the importance of living a meaningful life. He paints a vivid picture of the social and cultural landscape of the late 19th century, and he creates a cast of complex and compelling characters who grapple with the challenges of their time.Overall, The Hidden Life is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of turn-of-the-century America. It is a timeless tale of courage, compassion, and the power of the human spirit to transcend 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.