Publisher's Synopsis
Milly Miller: A Tale of the London Poor is a novel written by Fenella Fitzhardinge Armytage and originally published in 1876. The story is set in London during the Victorian era and follows the life of Milly Miller, a young girl who grows up in poverty and struggles to survive in the harsh conditions of the city.Milly's father is a drunkard who spends most of his time in the pub, leaving her mother to take care of the family. Milly's mother is a hardworking woman who does her best to provide for her children, but she is often ill and unable to work. Milly is forced to take on odd jobs to help support her family, and she dreams of one day escaping the poverty that surrounds her.As Milly grows older, she becomes more aware of the injustices and inequalities of the world around her. She witnesses the suffering of her fellow Londoners, particularly women and children, who are forced to work long hours in dangerous conditions for little pay. Milly becomes passionate about social reform and begins to work with a group of activists who are fighting for better working conditions and wages for the poor.Throughout the novel, Milly faces many challenges and obstacles, but she remains determined to make a better life for herself and her family. She is a strong and resilient character who inspires those around her with her courage and determination.Milly Miller: A Tale of the London Poor is a powerful and moving novel that provides a vivid and realistic portrayal of life in Victorian London. It is a story of hope and resilience in the face of adversity, and it remains a classic of Victorian literature to this day.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.
