Mistress and Maid: A Household Story by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik

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Author Craik, Dinah Maria Mulock, 1826-1887
Title Mistress and Maid: A Household Story
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits This ebook was formatted and edited by Robin Eugene Escovado
Summary "Mistress and Maid: A Household Story" by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik is a novel set in the mid-19th century that explores the dynamics of a household led by three elderly sisters—Miss Leaf, Selina, and Hilary—and their new servant, Elizabeth Hand. The story revolves around the struggles and interactions of these distinct characters as they navigate their differing roles within the household, shedding light on themes of kindness, education, and personal growth in a modest domestic setting. The opening of the novel introduces Elizabeth Hand, a clumsy but earnest fifteen-year-old girl, as she begins her new position in the Leaf household. The three sisters, especially the youngest, Hilary, grapple with their decision to hire a servant, reflecting on their past and the challenges that come with sharing their domestic environment with someone new. Elizabeth's awkward demeanor and the sisters' uncertain expectations set the stage for the story, which hints at the possibilities for personal development and camaraderie despite social class differences. As the first chapter unfolds, readers witness a series of events that highlight the characters' virtues and flaws, particularly the overbearing nature of Selina contrasted with the nurturing tendencies of Hilary, leaving a sense of anticipation for Elizabeth's journey of growth and her integration into this familial unit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Master and servant -- Fiction
Subject Household employees -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 13461
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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