Publisher's Synopsis
The Mistress of Langdale Hall: A Romance of the West Riding is a novel written by Rosa Mackenzie Kettle and published in 1872. The story is set in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England and follows the life of a young woman named Edith, who becomes the mistress of Langdale Hall after her father's death. Edith is a strong-willed and independent woman who defies the expectations of society and refuses to conform to the traditional roles of women. She is determined to manage the estate and prove herself as a capable leader. However, her position as the mistress of Langdale Hall is threatened by the arrival of a handsome and charming stranger, who has his own plans for the estate. As Edith navigates the challenges of running the estate and dealing with the stranger's advances, she also grapples with her own feelings of love and desire. The novel explores themes of class, gender roles, and the struggle for independence in a society that values conformity and tradition. The Mistress of Langdale Hall: A Romance of the West Riding is a captivating tale of love, power, and ambition that will transport readers to the lush countryside of Yorkshire and keep them engrossed until the very end.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.
