By:Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey Published By:Double9 Books
About the Book
The Heart of Una Sackville by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey follows the journey of Una Sackville, a young woman embarking on her path to independence after leaving school. As she transitions into adulthood, Una seeks to understand love, relationships, and what lies ahead in her future. The story captures the social expectations placed on women in the late 19th century, particularly within the professional middle class, while exploring themes of family, friendship, and personal growth. The novel opens with Una beginning a diary to document her thoughts as she navigates this pivotal time in her life. She reflects on leaving school, her emotional farewells, and her relationships with her classmates. Through her diary, we gain insight into her struggles with the pressures of growing up, her desire for independence, and the complex dynamics within her family, especially with her father and mother. As Una searches for love and her place in the world, her experiences highlight the challenges of balancing youthful aspirations with adult responsibilities. With a tone that is both light-hearted and introspective, the novel offers a window into the coming-of-age process during a time of societal constraints on women.
Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey, a prolific British writer best known for her domestic fiction, was born Jessie Bell. Her literary career started in the late 1800s, and she wrote several short tales and more than 100 books. Warmth, humour, and a sharp understanding of human nature defined Mrs. Vaizey's writing style, which won her readers' hearts both in the United States and Great Britain. She was baptised as Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey in 1879 after being wed to him. Mrs. Vaizey produced a large number of works, many of which dealt with themes of family relationships, romance, and societal issues, while leading a hectic life with her two daughters. Her most well-known pieces are "More About Peggy," "The Rebel of the Family," and "The Fortunes of the Farrells." The works of Mrs. Vaizey encapsulated the spirit of Victorian and Edwardian society, providing a window into the daily challenges and victories faced by common people.
