London Pride

London Pride is a novel written by Mary E. Braddon, an English novelist known for her sensationalist fiction. The book is set in London during the late 19th century and follows the story of a young woman named Hester, who is determined to make a success of herself in the city. Hester is ambitious and hardworking, and she is determined to rise above her humble beginnings and make a name for herself.As Hester navigates the challenges of life in London, she meets a variety of characters, including artists, writers, and socialites. She also becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a wealthy young man named Arthur, but their relationship is complicated by the differences in their social status and their conflicting ambitions.Throughout the novel, Braddon explores themes of class, ambition, and love, and she paints a vivid portrait of life in Victorian London. The book is a compelling read, full of twists and turns, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the era. Overall, London Pride is a classic work of Victorian fiction that is sure to delight readers who enjoy historical novels and romantic dramas.Could she go back to such a life as that? Go back! Leave all she loved? At the mere suggestion her trembling hand was stretched out involuntarily to clasp her niece Henriette, kneeling beside her. Leave them--leave those with whom and for whom she lived? Leave this loving child--her sister--her brother? Fareham had told her to call him ""Brother."" He had been to her as a brother, with all a brother's kindness, counselling her, confiding in her.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.