The Story of Bessie Costrell

In "The Story of Bessie Costrell," Mrs. Humphry Ward masterfully depicts the struggles of a young woman navigating the complexities of social class and gender in late Victorian England. The narrative is rich with vivid characterizations and incisive social commentary, interweaving themes of love, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of rural life. Ward'Äôs prose, characterized by its emotional depth...