The Scholar's Daughter (1906)

The Scholar's Daughter is a novel written by British author Beatrice Harraden and originally published in 1906. The story follows the life of Gwendoline, the daughter of a renowned scholar who is determined to give his daughter a first-class education. Gwendoline is raised in a strict and sheltered environment, but her thirst for knowledge and adventure leads her to break free from her father's expectations and explore the world outside of academia.As Gwendoline grows into a young woman, she faces a series of challenges and obstacles that test her resolve and force her to confront the realities of the world around her. Along the way, she meets a diverse cast of characters, including artists, writers, and activists, who help her to broaden her horizons and discover her true passions in life.The Scholar's Daughter is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of education, gender roles, and societal expectations. Through Gwendoline's journey, Harraden offers a critical commentary on the limitations placed on women in the early 20th century and the importance of breaking free from traditional gender roles in order to pursue one's dreams and aspirations.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.