Hester

Autor*innen

• Margaret Oliphant

Parameter

• 512 Seiten
• 18 Lesestunden

• 19. Jahrhundert
• Belletristik
• Britische Literatur
• Geschichte
• Klassiker

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The novel explores the complexities of human nature through the intense rivalry between the aging Catherine Vernon and the ambitious young Hester. As Hester develops a deep attachment to Edward, Catherine's favored companion, the tension escalates, leading to a dramatic and catastrophic climax. Themes of financial and sexual risk-taking are woven throughout, highlighting the characters' struggles and the consequences of their desires.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2009
• Einband: Paperback