Self Dependence: A Tale (1838)

Self Dependence: A Tale is a novel written by Eliza Paget and published in 1838. The story follows the life of a young woman named Ellen, who is forced to fend for herself after her father's death. Ellen's situation is made more difficult by the fact that she is a woman in a society that does not value female independence. Despite these obstacles, Ellen is determined to make a life for herself and eventually finds success through hard work and perseverance. The novel explores themes of gender roles, self-sufficiency, and the importance of personal agency. Through Ellen's journey, Paget offers a critique of the societal norms of her time and advocates for women's rights and autonomy. Overall, Self Dependence: A Tale is a thought-provoking and inspiring story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.