Aunt Anne, Vol. 2 (of 2) by Mrs. W. K. Clifford
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"Aunt Anne, Vol. 2 (of 2)" by Mrs. W. K. Clifford is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work follows Aunt Anne Baines, an elderly woman navigating her new life after marrying Alfred Wimple. The narrative seems to explore themes of love, hardship, and the complexities of relationships, particularly as Aunt Anne faces societal judgment and personal challenges following her marriage. At the start of the novel, Aunt Anne
arrives at a modest lodging house in Portsea Place, London, preparing for her new life with Wimple, who is not present. She interacts with her landlady, Mrs. Hooper, demonstrating a blend of social confidence and vulnerability. Subsequently, she visits Sir William Rammage's estate with hopes of discussing financial matters that concern her living situation. Although she is met with resistance due to Rammage's illness, a lawyer named Mr. Boughton eventually offers her a temporary financial allowance. As Aunt Anne settles into her new life, she longs for her husband’s presence, indicating a deep emotional connection, despite the hardships they face together, including issues of social standing and financial uncertainty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Clifford, W. K., Mrs., 1846-1929 |
|---|---|
| Title | Aunt Anne, Vol. 2 (of 2) |
| Original Publication | London: Richard Bentley & Son, 1892. |
| Credits | Delphine Lettau, Pat McCoy & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Widows -- Fiction |
| Subject | Older women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Paid companions (Household employees) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 75404 |
| Release Date | Feb 18, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 324 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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