No Other Way

No Other Way is a novel written by British author Walter Besant. The book is set in London during the late 19th century and follows the story of a young woman named Hilda who is forced to make difficult choices in order to survive. Hilda is the daughter of a wealthy businessman who dies suddenly, leaving her and her mother penniless. Hilda’s mother is unable to cope with their new circumstances and becomes ill, leaving Hilda to fend for herself. Desperate for money, Hilda turns to a life of crime and becomes involved with a group of thieves led by a man named Jack Dunquerque. Hilda is torn between her love for Jack and her desire to escape the criminal lifestyle. The novel explores themes of poverty, love, and morality, as Hilda struggles to find a way out of her difficult situation. Throughout the book, Besant vividly portrays the gritty reality of life in Victorian London, with its stark contrasts between the wealthy and the poor. The characters are complex and well-developed, and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the reader engaged. Overall, No Other Way is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in 19th-century London.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.