Charlotte M. Yonge / Charlotte MYonge
Hopes and Fears or Scenes from the Life of a Spinster V2 is a novel written by Charlotte M. Yonge. The book is a sequel to the first volume and follows the life of Rachel Curtis, a spinster, as she navigates the challenges and experiences of life. The novel explores themes of love, family, and societal expectations as Rachel faces difficult decisions and must choose between her own desires and the expectations of those around her. The book is set in the 19th century and offers a glimpse into the social norms and conventions of the time. Through Rachel’s story, the author provides insight into the struggles and triumphs of women during this period. The novel is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a unique perspective on the lives of women during the 19th century.1860. Part Two of Two. Yonge was one of the most prolific and successful writers of the Victorian era. In her lifetime she published well over 100 books in several genres including history, biography, adult fiction, and children’s historical fiction. Hopes and Fears explores the theme of mature women teaching themselves to handle familial duties, especially managing wayward children. The book begins: Among the numerous steeples counted from the waters of the Thames, in the heart of the City, and grudged by modern economy as cumberers of the soil of Mammon, may be remarked an abortive little dingly cupola, surmounting two large round eyes which have evidently started over the adjacent roofs ever since the Fire that began at Pie Corner and ended in Puddling Lane. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417921587.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.