Dear Lady Disdain: A Novel (1876)

Dear Lady Disdain is a novel written by Justin McCarthy in 1876. The story is set in London during the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Lady Disdain, who is known for her haughty and disdainful attitude towards others. Lady Disdain is a wealthy and beautiful heiress, but her arrogance and lack of compassion have made her unpopular among her peers.The novel begins with Lady Disdain's engagement to a wealthy and titled gentleman named Lord Fitz-Ullin. However, Lady Disdain is not in love with Lord Fitz-Ullin and is only marrying him for his title and wealth. She is also secretly in love with a poor but honest young man named Jack Huxtable.As the story progresses, Lady Disdain's relationship with Lord Fitz-Ullin becomes strained, and she begins to question her decision to marry him. Meanwhile, Jack Huxtable becomes more successful and wealthy, and Lady Disdain begins to realize that he is the man she truly loves.The novel explores themes of love, wealth, and social status, and provides a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and aristocratic classes in Victorian England. It also highlights the importance of being true to oneself and following one's heart, rather than conforming to societal expectations.Overall, Dear Lady Disdain is a captivating and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on Victorian society and the complexities of love and relationships.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.