Published in 1875, 'Whiteladies' by Mrs. Oliphant is a novel that follows the Austin sisters, Miss Susan and Miss Augustine, as they navigate the complexities of family legacy and inheritance in their ancestral home. Set against the backdrop of a decaying pre-Elizabethan manor, the story delves into themes of duty, personal sacrifice, and contrasting ideals as the sisters face the impending loss of their home due to their nephew Herbert's illness. Their lives become intertwined with the Farrel-Austin family, the presumptive heirs, highlighting the tensions surrounding family ties and the fate of Whiteladies.
