Mrs. Lorimer - Malet, Lucas
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Mrs. Lorimer: A Sketch In Black And White is a novel written by Lucas Malet and published in 1883. The story revolves around the life of Mrs. Lorimer, a woman who is living in a small village in England. The novel is set in the late 19th century and explores themes of class, gender, and social norms of the time.Mrs. Lorimer is a widow who lives with her daughter, Dolly, and her son, Jack. She is known for her beauty, elegance, and grace, and is respected by everyone in the village. However, her life is not as perfect as it seems. She is haunted by her past, and her relationship with her…mehr

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Mrs. Lorimer: A Sketch In Black And White is a novel written by Lucas Malet and published in 1883. The story revolves around the life of Mrs. Lorimer, a woman who is living in a small village in England. The novel is set in the late 19th century and explores themes of class, gender, and social norms of the time.Mrs. Lorimer is a widow who lives with her daughter, Dolly, and her son, Jack. She is known for her beauty, elegance, and grace, and is respected by everyone in the village. However, her life is not as perfect as it seems. She is haunted by her past, and her relationship with her daughter is strained.The novel follows Mrs. Lorimer's journey as she tries to reconcile with her daughter and come to terms with her past. Along the way, she encounters various characters, including the local doctor, a young artist, and a wealthy landowner. Each of these characters plays a significant role in Mrs. Lorimer's life, and their interactions reveal much about the social norms and expectations of the time.Overall, Mrs. Lorimer: A Sketch In Black And White is a beautifully written novel that explores the complexities of life in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, social norms, and the role of women in society.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.
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Mary St Leger Kingsley, known by her pen name Lucas Malet, was a British novelist born in 1852 in Hampshire, United Kingdom. She was the daughter of the renowned writer Charles Kingsley. Throughout her life, Mary was deeply influenced by her father's literary legacy, and she went on to become a successful writer herself. Malet's works often explored complex social and emotional themes, with notable novels including The Wages of Sin and The History of Sir Richard Calmady, both of which garnered significant popularity during her lifetime. In 1876, she married William Harrison, with whom she had a family. She was well-regarded in the Victorian literary world, contributing to the social and emotional discourse of her time through her stories. Her novels often depicted intricate family dynamics, social expectations, and the evolving roles of women. Lucas Malet's literary career was marked by her ability to blend narrative richness with strong character development. She passed away in 1931 at the age of 79 in Tenby, United Kingdom. Her works remain a testament to the complexity of human nature and the societal pressures that shape it.