"Name and Fame: A Novel BOOK VI" by Adeline Sergeant transports readers to the dramatic world of Victorian England, where ambition, social status, and familial relationships intertwine in a captivating tale of love and ambition. As a renowned fiction writer, Sergeant masterfully navigates the complexities of Victorian society, weaving a narrative rich in drama and character development. Set against the backdrop of a society obsessed with reputation and status, the novel follows the protagonists' pursuit of both name and fame. Through intricate relationships and societal pressures, Sergeant delves into the intricacies of ambition and its consequences on personal and familial dynamics. Amidst the romantic entanglements and social intrigue, the characters undergo profound development, shaped by their aspirations and the challenges they encounter. From the lavish ballrooms of high society to the humble abodes of the working class, Sergeant paints a vivid picture of Victorian England, immersing readers in its customs and constraints. At its core, "Name and Fame" is a compelling exploration of the human spirit and the lengths individuals will go to achieve their desires. With its blend of romance, drama, and societal commentary, Sergeant's novel offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era filled with ambition and intrigue.
Adeline Sergeant was an English writer. Emily Frances Adeline Sergeant, the second daughter of Richard Sergeant and Jane (Hall), was born in Ashbourne, Derbyshire. She was homeschooled until the age of thirteen, when she began attending school in Weston-super-Mare. Emily's mother wrote children's books under the pen name 'Adeline', which she eventually used for her own writings. At the age of fifteen, Emily's poetry were published in a compilation that garnered favorable reviews in Weslayan periodicals. She got a scholarship to Queen's College, London. Her father died in 1870, and she spent several years as a governess in Riverhead, Kent. Her novel Jacobi's wife earned her a tiny £100 award in 1882, and it was serialized in London. Her writings were serialized in the Dundee newspaper for several years, during which time she resided from 1885 to 1887. Adeline then relocated to Bloomsbury, London, where she made enough money to sustain herself through her writing. In the late 1880s, she became interested in Fabianism and the condition of the impoverished in London. Over her literary career, she wrote over ninety novels, some of which had a religious tone. Her religious beliefs changed throughout time, and she briefly became agnostic in the 1880s. She finally converted to Catholicism at the end of the century.
