Kitty Lamere Or A Dark Page In London Life: A Tale (1855)

By Augustus Mayhew

Book Overview

""Kitty Lamere Or A Dark Page In London Life: A Tale"" is a novel written by Augustus Septimus Mayhew in 1855. The story is set in London and follows the life of a young woman named Kitty Lamere, who is forced to navigate the harsh realities of life in Victorian England. Kitty is born into poverty and is forced to work as a prostitute to survive. She is taken in by a man named Jack, who becomes her protector and lover. However, their relationship is complicated by Jack's involvement in criminal activities, which puts Kitty in danger.As the story progresses, Kitty becomes involved in a series of events that lead to her being accused of murder. She is forced to flee from the law and goes into hiding, but eventually returns to face her accusers and clear her name. Throughout the novel, Mayhew explores themes of poverty, crime, and the struggle for survival in Victorian England. He also delves into the complex relationships between men and women, and the ways in which women were often exploited and victimized in a male-dominated society. Overall, ""Kitty Lamere Or A Dark Page In London Life: A Tale"" is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in 19th-century London. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or social commentary.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165480220
• ISBN13: 9781165480227
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"