The Primrose Path: A Chapter in the Annals of the Kingdom of Fife

"The Primrose Path: A Chapter in the Annals of the Kingdom of Fife" by Mrs. Oliphant is a 19th-century novel exploring social class and relationships through Margaret Leslie, a young woman in Scotland. The story opens at the Leslie family's home, where seventeen-year-old Margaret lives an isolated existence. Her conversations with the old caretaker, Bell, highlight her imaginative nature and longing for something beyond her sheltered life. As Margaret confronts her isolated circumstances and explores love, identity, and her family's history, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery intertwined with complicated relationships.