Woman Against Woman (1866)

Woman Against Woman is a novel written by Florence Marryat and published in 1866. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Hester Kirton who is forced to leave her home after her father's death. She moves to London and starts working as a governess for a wealthy family. Hester soon realizes that the women of the household are not as kind as they seem and are constantly plotting against each other. As she becomes more involved in their lives, Hester finds herself caught up in their schemes and secrets. She also falls in love with the family's son, but their relationship is threatened by the manipulations of the women around them. The novel explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, and the struggles faced by women in Victorian society. Marryat's writing sheds light on the complex relationships between women during this time period and the societal pressures that often led to their conflicts. Overall, Woman Against Woman is a gripping tale of love and betrayal set against the backdrop of Victorian England, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges faced by women during this era.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.