The Benefactress

Author: Von Arnim, Elizabeth

Synopsis:

In 'The Benefactress' by Elizabeth von Arnim, a young and naive heiress named Elizabeth embarks on a journey to a small German town, where she becomes entangled in the lives of the locals. As she tries to navigate the complexities of social expectations and personal desires, Elizabeth finds herself torn between her own happiness and the expectations placed upon her by society. With a cast of intriguing characters and unexpected twists, this novel explores the themes of love, duty, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment.

Genres: Fiction, Romance, Social Satire

Themes: Love, Social Expectations, Personal Fulfillment

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