Lettice by Mrs. Molesworth
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"Lettice" by Mrs. Molesworth is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the titular character, Lettice Morison, who is dealing with the impending death of her mother and the complexities of her family dynamics. With themes of loss, responsibility, and the struggle against societal expectations, the narrative explores Lettice's emotional turmoil and her relationships with her sisters, Nina and Lotty, as well as other family members. At
the start of the story, we are introduced to Lettice as she observes her surroundings from the window, reflecting on her mother’s illness. The emotional weight of their situation is palpable as Lettice grapples with her feelings, displaying both frustration and sorrow. The chapter delves into her interactions with her sisters and the burden of responsibility she feels, suggesting tensions regarding family loyalty and societal judgments. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Lettice's character as she navigates her grief and the expectations placed upon her in the face of her mother's decline. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Molesworth, Mrs., 1839-1921 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Dadd, Frank, 1851-1929 |
| Title | Lettice |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Guardian and ward -- Fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Gratitude -- Fiction |
| Subject | Reconciliaton -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43130 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-43130-7 |
| Release Date | Jul 8, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 496 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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