A Lady of Quality

A Lady of Quality is a novel written by Frances Hodgson Burnett, published in 1896. The story is set in the 17th century in England and follows the life of Clorinda Wildairs, a young woman who is determined to break free from the constraints of her social class and live life on her own terms. Clorinda is the daughter of a wealthy nobleman, but she is not content with the life of luxury that is expected of her. She rebels against her father's wishes and sets out to make a name for herself in society.As the story progresses, Clorinda becomes involved in a number of romantic entanglements, but she remains steadfast in her desire to live independently. She befriends a group of artists and writers who share her passion for creativity and individuality, and together they challenge the traditional values of their society.Throughout the novel, Burnett explores themes of gender roles, class distinctions, and the struggle for personal freedom. She paints a vivid picture of life in 17th century England, capturing the complexities and contradictions of a society in transition.A Lady of Quality is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a testament to the enduring power of literature to challenge and inspire us to live our lives with courage and conviction.After their mother's death a youth desolate and strange indeed lay before them. A spinster who was a poor relation was the only person of respectable breeding who ever came near them. To save herself from genteel starvation, she had offered herself for the place of governess to them, though she was fitted for the position neither by education nor character.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.