The Heart of Una Sackville: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Heart of Una Sackville is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs. (1857–1917).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Heart of Una Sackville" by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Una Sackville, a young woman navigating her newfound independence after leaving school and embarking on a quest to find love and a future husband. The narrative provides insight into the societal expectations and realities faced by young women of the professional middle class during this period, highlighting themes of friendship, family dynamics, and personal growth. The opening of the novel introduces us to Una as she begins her diary, which she plans to use to chronicle her journey into adulthood. We see her reflections on leaving school, her relationships with her classmates, and the emotional farewells she experiences. As Una grapples with her feelings about growing up and the pressures of societal expectations, she navigates the complexities of her family life, particularly her interactions with her father and mother. The tone is light-hearted yet introspective, and through Una's eyes, readers are invited into a world of youthful aspirations combined with the sobering reality of adult responsibilities and the pursuit of meaningful connections.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Heart of Una Sackville
- Author credits: Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs. (1857–1917)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Diary fiction
- England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Love stories
- Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
- Young women -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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