Dora: A Life Story

By S L Brand

Book Overview

Dora: A Life Story is a novel written by S. L. Brand and first published in 1876. The book tells the story of Dora, a young woman who grows up in poverty in London during the Victorian era. Despite her difficult circumstances, Dora is determined to make something of herself and she works hard to improve her situation.The novel follows Dora's life from her childhood to her adulthood, depicting the challenges she faces along the way. She is forced to work in a factory at a young age, and later becomes a governess to a wealthy family. Throughout her journey, Dora encounters a range of characters, both good and bad, who influence her life in different ways.As Dora navigates the complexities of Victorian society, she also grapples with issues of morality and personal responsibility. The novel explores themes of class, gender, and social mobility, and offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of working-class women in 19th century England.Overall, Dora: A Life Story is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in Victorian England. It is a timeless story of perseverance, resilience, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166043584
• ISBN13: 9781166043582
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"