Sir Luke Fildes, Naomi
An old woman is troubled about the succession of her ancestral estate.
Here is another novel by Margaret Oliphant (see Novels 007, 008, 056): the elderly, morally conflicted protagonist and the playful young woman who torments her are both outstanding creations.
“Mrs. Oliphant . . . avails herself of a most unpleasant plot to make a remarkably fine study of character.” Bradford Observer, December 4, 1875
“The characters are generally well-drawn and diverting. . . . As a study of ordinary people, the book evinces a skill almost wonderful.” Scribner’s, May, 1876
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