"Robert Elsmere" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a story centered around how relationships and beliefs evolve, especially by following the main character, Robert Elsmere, as he faces big changes and difficult situations. The story begins in the countryside of Westmoreland, focusing on the Leyburn sisters, Catherine, Agnes, and Rose, each reflecting different roles and expectations of women at the time. Catherine acts as a caretaker to those in need and as a matriarch figure for her sisters. Agnes and Rose bring a lighthearted contrast while they eagerly await the arrival of Robert Elsmere, an interesting stranger. As the sisters anticipate his visit, the story hints at upcoming themes of self improvement and societal expectations that will emerge when their lives mix.
Robert Elsmere
By Humphry Ward
In a quiet, rural setting, the lives of three sisters are poised to change forever with the arrival of a mysterious stranger who challenges their beliefs and expectations.
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About the AuthorMary Augusta Ward was a British novelist who wrote under her married name as Mrs Humphry Ward. She worked to improve education for the poor setting up a Settlement in London and in 1908 she became the founding President of the Women's National Anti-Suffrage League.
Mary Augusta Ward was a British novelist who wrote under her married name as Mrs Humphry Ward. She worked to improve education for the poor setting up a Settlement in London and in 1908 she became the founding President of the Women's National Anti-Suffrage League.
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