Publisher's Synopsis
Hilda Strafford: A California Story is a novel written by Beatrice Harraden and published in 1896. The book tells the story of Hilda Strafford, a young woman who leaves her home in England to travel to California in search of adventure and a new life. Along the way, Hilda meets a variety of characters, including a wealthy businessman, a kind-hearted doctor, and a talented artist.As Hilda navigates the challenges of life in a new country, she must also confront her own desires and ambitions. She struggles to balance her love for adventure with her desire for stability and security, and must decide what kind of life she truly wants to lead.Throughout the novel, Harraden explores themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery, and paints a vivid picture of life in California in the late 19th century. With its engaging characters and compelling storyline, Hilda Strafford: A California Story is a timeless tale of adventure and self-discovery that continues to captivate readers today.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.
