The Haunted Life (1885)

The Haunted Life is a novel written by Josephine R. Fuller and first published in 1885. The story is set in a small New England town and revolves around the lives of two young women, Grace and Alice, who are best friends. As the title suggests, the book explores themes of haunting and the supernatural, as well as the struggles of women in the Victorian era.The story begins with the sudden death of Grace's mother, which leaves Grace feeling lost and alone. She becomes increasingly withdrawn and begins to experience strange visions and encounters with apparitions. Alice, who is more practical and grounded, tries to help her friend but is also skeptical of her experiences.As the story unfolds, the two friends become embroiled in a mystery involving a wealthy and powerful man in the town, who may have had a hand in Grace's mother's death. They also begin to uncover a dark secret from the town's past, which may be connected to the haunting experiences Grace is having.Throughout the novel, Fuller explores the limitations placed on women in the Victorian era, particularly in terms of their ability to pursue their own desires and ambitions. Grace and Alice struggle to assert themselves in a society that expects them to be submissive and obedient, and their experiences with the supernatural serve as a metaphor for their struggles.Overall, The Haunted Life is a compelling and atmospheric novel that combines elements of mystery, horror, and social commentary. It is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of women in the late 19th century and the ways in which they navigated the constraints of their society.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.