Margaret Maliphant: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Margaret Maliphant is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Carr, Alice Vansittart Strettel (1850–1927).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Margaret Maliphant" by Mrs. Comyn Carr is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on Margaret, a young woman navigating the complexities of her family's legacy and her sister Joyce's beauty in rural Sussex. The novel explores themes of family dynamics, social status, and the aspiration for upward mobility while focusing on the relationships between its characters, particularly the sisters and the gentleman interested in Joyce. The opening of "Margaret Maliphant" sets a vivid scene of the marshy landscape, introducing readers to the quieter life of the Maliphant family, who have lived at Knellestone Grange for generations. The narration unfolds through Margaret's perspective, shedding light on her strong connection to the land and her sister Joyce's delicate beauty, which captures the eye of Captain Forrester, a friend of Squire Broderick. As Margaret observes the interactions between her family, the squire, and their aspirations for marital happiness, the stage is set for tensions between tradition and ambition, as well as the roles expected of women in their society.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Margaret Maliphant
- Author credits: Carr, Alice Vansittart Strettel (1850–1927)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Mate selection -- Fiction
- Sisters -- Fiction
- Sussex (England) -- Fiction
- Young women -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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