Harkness, Margaret
A City Girl (1887) (Broadview Editions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781554812707
- author:
- Harkness, Margaret
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Broadview Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 250
- Dimensions:
- 21.08 x 13.72 x 1.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, Urban Planning
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A City Girl: A Realistic Story by Margaret Harkness is a thought-provoking novel that explores the lives of women in late-Victorian London. Set against the backdrop of the East End, this 1888 work of fiction tells the story of Nelly Ambrose, a young woman who finds herself at the mercy of societal expectations and personal betrayal. Through Harkness's sympathetic portrayal of Nelly's experiences, A City Girl offers a nuanced examination of the social issues faced by women in this period. The novel's exploration of themes such as family, class, and redemption makes it a fascinating read for those interested in historical fiction. This Broadview Edition includes contemporary reviews and historical documents that provide further insight into the context and significance of Harkness's work.
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