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Probation: A Novel (1880)

Probation: A Novel (1880)

Fothergill, Jessie

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ISBN10: 1167015606
ISBN13: 9781167015601
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 424
Weight: 1.24
Height: 0.86 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Probation is a novel written by Jessie Fothergill in 1880. The book revolves around the life of a young woman named Hester Ogden who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. After her father's death, Hester is left with a meager inheritance and is forced to live with her aunt and uncle who treat her poorly. Hester is determined to make something of herself and decides to become a teacher. She gets a job at a school and becomes close friends with the headmistress, Miss Temple. However, Hester's past catches up with her when she is accused of stealing from her aunt and uncle. Hester is put on probation and must prove her innocence to clear her name. She is determined to do so and with the help of Miss Temple, she sets out to uncover the truth. Along the way, Hester learns valuable lessons about trust, friendship, and the importance of doing what is right. The novel explores themes of social class, morality, and the struggles of women in Victorian society. It is a compelling story that highlights the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Fothergill's writing is engaging and descriptive, transporting the reader back in time to a world that is both familiar and foreign. Overall, Probation is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or Victorian literature.Four Books In One.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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