Juliana Oakley - Mary Martha Sherwood - Bog

Juliana Oakley: A Tale is a novel written by Mary Martha Sherwood and published in 1827. The story follows the life of the titular character, Juliana Oakley, who is the daughter of a wealthy English merchant. Juliana is a devout Christian who strives to live a virtuous life, but she faces many challenges and struggles along the way.The novel is set in the early 19th century and explores themes of faith, morality, and social class. Juliana's faith is tested when she falls in love with a man who does not share her beliefs, and she must decide whether to compromise her values in order to be with him. Meanwhile, her family's wealth and status are threatened by a financial crisis, forcing Juliana to confront the realities of class and privilege.Throughout the novel, Sherwood emphasizes the importance of Christian values and the need for individuals to prioritize their faith over worldly concerns. She also critiques the societal norms of her time, particularly the emphasis on wealth and social status.Overall, Juliana Oakley: A Tale is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers insight into the social and cultural landscape of early 19th century 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.