The Burden Lifted (1882)

The Burden Lifted is a novel written by Josephine Pollard and published in 1882. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Edith, who is burdened by the expectations of her wealthy family and society. Edith feels trapped in her privileged life and longs for freedom and independence.As the story unfolds, Edith meets a kind-hearted and compassionate woman named Miss Gray, who encourages her to pursue her dreams and passions. Through Miss Gray's guidance and support, Edith learns to break free from the constraints of her social status and find true happiness.The Burden Lifted explores themes of social class, gender roles, and the struggle for personal fulfillment. It is a poignant and inspiring tale of one woman's journey to overcome the limitations imposed upon her and find her own path in life. The novel is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in historical fiction or women's literature.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.