: A young heiress whose path to finding true love is complicated by her sudden wealth.
(originally titled Red Pottage , 1899) is a sharp, proto-feminist masterpiece by Mary Cholmondeley that explores female independence and the rigid social structures of late-Victorian England. The Plot: A Biblical Bargain Un guiso de lentejas- Mary Cholmondeley.epub
The story follows two best friends from childhood with vastly different lives: : A young heiress whose path to finding
: A talented novelist living in a rural parish under the roof of her brother, an arrogant and close-minded vicar. The title refers to the biblical story of
The title refers to the biblical story of Esau, who sold his birthright for a bowl of lentils. In this novel, the "birthright" is true love and personal integrity, which characters risk losing for societal convenience.
The narrative weaves together their struggles for autonomy with a scandalous secret: Hugh Scarlett, a man Rachel is falling for, has been involved in a dangerous affair with a married woman, Lady Newhaven. When Lord Newhaven discovers the betrayal, he offers Hugh a grim deal to avoid a public duel. Un guiso de lentejas: 37 (Noches Blancas) - Amazon.es
