The Real Lady Hilda: A Sketch: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Real Lady Hilda: A Sketch is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Croker, B. M. (Bithia Mary) (1848–1920).
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"The Real Lady Hilda: A Sketch" by B. M. Croker is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Emma Hayes, a widow who struggles with her new life of reduced circumstances after the death of her husband and their subsequent return from India. The novel provides a detailed exploration of social dynamics, class disparities, and personal ambitions as Emma navigates her new reality with her stepdaughter, Gwen, who is thrust into adulthood amidst their challenges. The opening of the book introduces readers to the dreary life of Emma and Gwen as they adapt to their modest lodgings in a small Sussex town. Emma's optimistic yet impractical personality serves as a counterpoint to Gwen's growing pragmatism, which is necessitated by their situation. As the narrative unfolds, we see the stark contrast between their previous life of comfort in India and their current struggles in England. The dynamics of their relationships with neighbors and acquaintances, like Miss Skuce and the Misses Benny, hint at a rising tension between social aspirations and harsh realities, setting the stage for the challenges and transformations that lie ahead.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Real Lady Hilda: A Sketch
- Author credits: Croker, B. M. (Bithia Mary) (1848–1920)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
- Love stories
- Stepdaughters -- Fiction
- Young women -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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