Publisher's Synopsis
Bessie Bradford's Secret is a novel written by Joanna Hooe Mathews and published in 1881. The story revolves around the eponymous character Bessie Bradford, a young woman who has a secret that she has kept hidden from everyone around her. The novel is set in the late 19th century and explores themes of love, family, and society.Bessie is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who lives with her aunt and uncle in a small town. She has always been a bit of an enigma to those around her, and her secret only adds to her mystique. Despite her reserved nature, Bessie has caught the eye of several eligible bachelors in the town, including the handsome and charming Frank Graham.As Bessie navigates the complexities of her secret and her relationships with the men in her life, she must also contend with the expectations of society and the judgment of those who do not understand her. Along the way, she discovers the true meaning of love and the importance of staying true to oneself.Bessie Bradford's Secret is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that explores the challenges faced by women in the late 19th century. It is a timeless story of love, family, and the power of secrets to shape our lives.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.
