Publisher's Synopsis
Must: Or Ann Holbrook�������s Girlhood is a novel written by Mary A. Atkins and first published in 1864. The story follows the life of Ann Holbrook, a young girl growing up in rural England during the 19th century. Ann is a bright and curious child who is eager to learn about the world around her, but she is also constrained by the strict social norms of her time.As Ann grows older, she must navigate the challenges of adolescence and the expectations placed upon her by her family and society. She is torn between her desire to pursue her own interests and passions and the pressure to conform to traditional gender roles and expectations.Throughout the novel, Ann must confront a range of issues, including class inequality, gender discrimination, and the limitations of education for women. She also experiences the joys and pains of first love and the complexities of family relationships.Must: Or Ann Holbrook�������s Girlhood is a powerful and insightful portrayal of a young woman�������s coming of age in Victorian England. It offers a vivid and detailed picture of life during this time period and explores the struggles and triumphs of a young girl trying to find her place in the world.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.
