Bessie Bradford's Secret (1881)

Bessie Bradford's Secret is a novel written by Joanna Hooe Mathews and first published in 1881. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of Bessie Bradford, a young girl who is orphaned and left in the care of her uncle and aunt. Bessie is a kind-hearted and intelligent girl, but she is also very shy and lacks confidence.As Bessie grows up, she becomes increasingly aware of the social conventions and expectations of her time. She is expected to marry well and conform to the norms of her class and gender. However, Bessie is also deeply curious about the world around her and longs for more than a life of domesticity.The central mystery of the novel is Bessie's secret, which she keeps hidden from everyone around her. As the story unfolds, we learn more about Bessie's past and the events that have shaped her into the person she is today.Bessie Bradford's Secret is a compelling tale of love, loss, and the struggle for self-discovery. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural mores of the late 19th century and explores themes that are still relevant today, such as gender roles, identity, and the search for personal fulfillment.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.