Publisher's Synopsis
In Spite Of All: A Novel is a classic work of fiction written by Edna Lyall and originally published in 1901. The novel tells the story of a young woman named Mary Beaton, who is forced to leave her home in Scotland and move to London in order to support her family. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, Mary remains determined to succeed and make a better life for herself and her loved ones.Throughout the novel, Mary must navigate the complexities of Victorian society, including the rigid class system and the limited opportunities available to women. She faces discrimination and prejudice from those around her, but refuses to let these obstacles stand in her way. Instead, she works tirelessly to improve her education and find work that will allow her to support herself and her family.As the story unfolds, Mary must confront a number of difficult choices and make sacrifices in order to achieve her goals. She also finds herself caught up in a love triangle with two very different men, adding an element of romance and drama to the narrative.Overall, In Spite Of All: A Novel is a powerful and inspiring tale of perseverance, determination, and the strength of the human spirit. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural norms of Victorian England, while also exploring timeless themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery.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.
