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Lady Good-for-Nothing
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RomanceClassic FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025774527
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 310
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Lady Good-for-Nothing is a compelling historical romance set against the vivid backdrop of 18th-century colonial America and Portugal. Written by the acclaimed literary figure Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, the narrative follows the life of Ruth Jocelyn, a spirited but impoverished young woman in Boston who is subjected to public humiliation and the pillory for a minor social infraction. Her life is transformed when she is rescued by Sir Oliver Vyell, the British Collector of Customs, who takes her under his wing.
As Ruth evolves from a social outcast into a woman of intellect and grace, she must navigate the rigid social hierarchies of the New World and the complex expectations of the old. The novel masterfully explores themes of love, social redemption, and the conflict between personal conscience and societal law. Moving from the stern atmosphere of Massachusetts to the tragic beauty of Lisbon during the Great Earthquake, Lady Good-for-Nothing is a poignant character study that highlights Quiller-Couch's gift for historical atmosphere and psychological depth. This work stands as a significant contribution to early 20th-century historical fiction, offering a nuanced look at the resilience of the human spirit.
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