Bessie Costrell by Mrs. Humphry Ward

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Author Ward, Humphry, Mrs., 1851-1920
Title Bessie Costrell
Note Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "Bessie Costrell" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the titular character, Bessie Costrell, and her complex relationships with her uncle John Bolderfield and her husband Isaac. The narrative delves into themes of trust, money, and moral decay within a rural community setting, highlighting the struggles of ordinary lives intertwined with personal ambitions and societal judgments. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to John Bolderfield, an elderly laborer, who reflects on his life and impending changes following the death of his sister-in-law, Eliza. As he prepares for a significant transition, his thoughts turn to Bessie and her husband, Isaac. Their lives become intertwined with John's hoarded savings, leading to moral dilemmas as Bessie engages in reckless spending following a windfall from her late aunt. The book opens with a vivid depiction of the village and its inhabitants, establishing an atmosphere ripe for tension and drama as the repercussions of Bessie’s choices unfold in their community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Villages -- England -- Fiction
Subject Poor -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 22128
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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