Miss Bretherton

"Miss Bretherton" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a tale set in London during the late 1800s that looks closely at the lives of artists and those in the theater. It tells the story of Isabel Bretherton, a young actress, and covers topics like beauty, skill, and the difficulties artists confront, especially how people quickly judge them. At the Royal Academy, Eustace Kendal, who is very critical of the art world, meets Miss Bretherton, who is beautiful and attracts a lot of attention. People talk about her acting talent and how shallow English audiences can be. The story suggests that Miss Bretherton has a complicated past, has recently become famous, and is dealing with the stress of being an actress. Kendal is struggling with whether to admire her beauty or criticize her acting, which will lead to a deeper look at the characters and what society expects of them.