Miss Marjoribanks

In "Miss Marjoribanks," Mrs. Oliphant presents a rich tapestry of Victorian society, skillfully blending social commentary with nuanced character studies. The novel chronicles the life of Lucilla Marjoribanks, a spirited young woman who returns to her ancestral home in Carlingford with the ambitious goal of reshaping the town’s social landscape. Employing a keen eye for detail and a light, satiric...