Mildred Arkell: A Novel. Vol. 1 (of 3)

Mildred Arkell: A Novel, Vol. 1, written by Mrs. Henry Wood and first published in 1865, is a Victorian fiction that explores the lives of the Arkell family in the town of Westerbury. The narrative centers on George Arkell, a benevolent manufacturer, and his son William, who grapples with love and societal expectations within a rigid class system. The story delves into themes of class division, personal sacrifice, and the complexities of relationships as characters navigate their intertwined fates amidst social change and economic struggles.