Penelope : $b or, Love's labour lost. A novel. Volume 1 (of 3)

"Penelope: or, Love's Labour Lost" by William Pitt Scargill is a novel that begins by introducing Penelope Primrose, a young woman living with her uncle, Dr. Greendale, and showing some of the challenges she faces in early Nineteenth Century society. It starts by exploring Penelope's dependency and her desire for independence, while the discussions between Dr. and Mrs. Greendale reveal the societal expectations and class dynamics of the time. These relational dynamics and challenges set the stage for Penelope's journey, hinting at unfolding themes of love, social ambition, and the clash between personal desires and societal constraints.