Publisher's Synopsis
A Day of Life is a novel written by Mrs. C. Hunter Hodgson and published in 1887. The story is set in England and follows the lives of several characters over the course of a single day. The novel is structured into three parts, with each part focusing on a different character and their experiences throughout the day.The first part of the novel follows a young woman named Maud as she prepares for her wedding day. Maud is nervous and anxious about the upcoming ceremony, and the reader is given insight into her thoughts and feelings as she gets ready. The second part of the novel focuses on a wealthy businessman named Mr. Russell, who is dealing with personal and professional issues that come to a head on this particular day. The third and final part of the novel follows a poor young woman named Alice, who is struggling to make ends meet and care for her sick mother.Throughout the novel, the characters' lives intersect in various ways, and the reader is given a glimpse into the social and economic realities of life in late 19th century England. The novel explores themes of class, gender, and social expectations, and offers a nuanced portrayal of life during this time period.Overall, A Day of Life is a compelling and insightful novel that offers a vivid snapshot of Victorian England.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.
