Frances Eleanor Ternan Trollope
Aunt Margaret’s Trouble is a novel written by Frances Eleanor Ternan, published in 1866. The story revolves around the protagonist, Margaret, who is a middle-aged woman living with her brother and his family. Margaret is a kind and generous person, but her life takes a turn when her brother dies, leaving her alone and struggling to make ends meet.Margaret is forced to move in with her sister-in-law, who is less than welcoming. She is treated poorly and made to feel like a burden. Margaret’s troubles only increase when her niece and nephew begin to take advantage of her kindness and manipulate her for their own gain.As the story progresses, Margaret’s situation becomes more dire, and she is faced with difficult decisions that will impact her future. She must navigate the treacherous waters of family politics and societal expectations while trying to maintain her dignity and independence.Aunt Margaret’s Trouble is a poignant tale of family, duty, and the struggles of women in Victorian society. Ternan’s writing is engaging and insightful, offering a glimpse into the complexities of life during this era. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian literature and the role of women in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.