The Village Wife's Lament (1918) - Maurice Henry Hewlett - Bog

The Village Wife's Lament is a novel written by Maurice Henry Hewlett and published in 1918. The book tells the story of a young woman named Margery, who marries a man named Giles and moves to his village. However, she soon discovers that her husband is a cruel and abusive man who mistreats her and their children. Margery struggles to cope with her difficult life, but finds solace in the company of her friend, the local rector. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and the struggles of rural life in early 20th century England. Hewlett's writing style is poetic and descriptive, painting a vivid picture of the village and its inhabitants. The Village Wife's Lament is a poignant and moving story that offers a glimpse into the hardships faced by women in rural communities during this time period.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.