A Woman's Inheritance (1885)

A Woman�������s Inheritance, written by Amanda Minnie Douglas and first published in 1885, is a novel that explores themes of family, inheritance, and gender roles in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Ruth, who is orphaned at a young age and raised by her wealthy uncle and aunt. When her uncle dies, Ruth discovers that she has inherited a large fortune, much to the dismay of her male cousins who had expected to inherit it themselves. As Ruth navigates her newfound wealth and the expectations placed upon her as a woman in society, she must also contend with the pressures of romance and marriage. She becomes engaged to a man named Harry, but their relationship is complicated by his own financial struggles and the disapproval of Ruth�������s family. Throughout the novel, Douglas explores the limitations placed upon women in the 19th century, particularly in terms of their ability to control their own finances and make independent decisions. She also examines the ways in which family dynamics and societal expectations can shape one�������s identity and choices. A Woman�������s Inheritance is a compelling portrait of a young woman coming of age in a rapidly changing world, and offers insights into the social and cultural norms of the time.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.