Violet: Or the Times We Live in (1858)

Violet: Or The Times We Live In is a novel written by Harriet Cordelia Wethered Shubrick and first published in 1858. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of the titular character, Violet, as she navigates the social and political landscape of her time.Violet is a young woman from a wealthy family who is determined to make her own way in the world. She is intelligent and independent, but also faces the challenges of being a woman in a society that is deeply patriarchal.As the novel progresses, Violet becomes involved in various social causes, including the abolition of slavery and the women's suffrage movement. She also falls in love with a young man named Arthur, but their relationship is complicated by their differing views on these issues.Throughout the book, Shubrick explores themes of social justice, gender roles, and the changing nature of society in the 19th century. She also provides a vivid portrait of life during this time period, including descriptions of fashion, social customs, and political events.Overall, Violet: Or The Times We Live In is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the tumultuous era in which it was written.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.