Esther Waters

Esther Waters is a novel written by George Moore that was first published in 1894. It tells the story of a young woman named Esther who works as a kitchen maid in a country house. After a brief affair with a footman, she becomes pregnant and is forced to leave her job. She travels to London in search of work and eventually finds employment as a wet nurse for a wealthy family. While working in London, Esther meets and falls in love with William Latch, a stable groom. They marry and have a son together, but their happiness is short-lived as William dies in a riding accident. Esther is left to raise their son alone and struggles to provide for him. The novel explores themes of social class, poverty, and the challenges faced by single mothers in Victorian England. It also touches on issues such as religion, morality, and the role of women in society. Esther's journey is one of resilience and determination, as she fights to overcome the obstacles in her path and provide a better life for her son. Overall, Esther Waters is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in Victorian England. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.""Perhaps you were right, Esther. I couldn't have kept you on, on account of the bad example to the younger servants. I might have helped you with money. But six months alone in London and in your condition! ... I am glad you did not tell me, Esther; and as you say there is another to think of now, I hope you will never neglect your child, if God give it to you alive.""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.