Under The Blue Flag (1883)

""Under The Blue Flag"" is a novel written by Mary E. Palgrave and published in 1883. The story is set in the mid-19th century and revolves around the life of a young girl named Hester who lives in a small village in England. Hester is an orphan who has been raised by her aunt and uncle, who are strict and unloving. She dreams of a better life and decides to leave the village to seek her fortune.Hester's journey takes her to London, where she finds work as a seamstress. She meets a young man named Arthur, who is kind and gentle, and they fall in love. However, their happiness is short-lived, as Hester's uncle discovers her whereabouts and demands that she return home.Hester is torn between her love for Arthur and her sense of duty to her family. She eventually decides to return home, but not before she has a chance encounter with a wealthy and influential woman who offers her an opportunity to improve her life. Hester's decision to return home leads to a series of events that change her life forever.""Under The Blue Flag"" is a story of love, duty, and the struggle for independence. It explores themes of social class, gender roles, and the challenges faced by women in Victorian England. Palgrave's writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a picture of life in 19th century England that is both realistic and engaging. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day.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.