The Primrose Path
jul 2021 · Otbebookpublishing
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Excerpt: "The old house of Earl's-hall stands on a long strip of land between two rivers, in that county affectionately known to its inhabitants as the kingdom of Fife. It is not a great house, but neither is it an insignificant one, though fortune has brought the family low which once held some primitive state in it: a quaint, gray dwelling, not formed for modern wants. To make an ordinary dining-room and drawing-room in it would be as impossible as to content an ordinary band of modern servants with the accommodation provided in the low vaulted chambers below, which are all the old house possesses in the way of kitchen or servants' hall; but when you see its gray gable and turret projecting from among a cloud of trees, the old Scotch manor-house looks as imposing as any castle. The belt of wood round the little park, or what in Scotland is called "the policy," is old too, and as well-grown as the winds will permit."
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Margaret Oliphant Wilson Oliphant, commonly known as Mrs. Oliphant, was a prolific Scottish novelist and historical writer whose career spanned over five decades in the 19th century. Born on April 4, 1828, in Wallyford, Scotland, she became a prominent literary figure, producing more than 120 works, including novels, biographies, and historical texts.Mrs. Oliphant's life was marked by personal tragedies, including the loss of her husband, Francis Oliphant, and several of her children, which deeply influenced her writing. Despite these hardships, she maintained a remarkable output, often addressing themes of social mobility, gender roles, and the complexities of domestic life. Her keen observations and nuanced characterizations earned her a dedicated readership and respect among her peers.One of her most significant contributions was her ability to blend realism with supernatural elements, a style that prefigured the works of later writers like Henry James and Edith Wharton. Her Chronicles of Carlingford series, in particular, showcased her talent for creating vivid, small-town settings and intricate social dynamics.Mrs. Oliphant was also a trailblazer for women in literature, navigating the male-dominated literary world with determination and grace. She wrote extensively for Blackwood's Magazine, where she was both a contributor and an editor, making her one of the few women to hold such a position in her time.Her candid memoirs and essays provide invaluable insights into the Victorian literary scene, revealing her as a sharp critic and an advocate for women's intellectual and creative potential. Mrs. Oliphant's legacy endures as a testament to her resilience and her profound impact on the literary landscape of her era.
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