Johnny Ludlow, Fifth Series

Mrs. Henry Wood

août 2018 · Otbebookpublishing

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A series of vignettes about life in the Victorian times in Great Britain. Excerpt from Fifth Series: "I have called this Featherston's story, because it was through him that I heard about it—and, indeed, saw a little of it towards the end. Buttermead, the wide straggling district to which Featherston enjoyed the honour of being doctor-in-ordinary, was as rural as any that can be found in Worcestershire. Featherston's house stood at the end of the village. Whitney Hall lay close by; as did our school, Dr. Frost's. In the neighbourhood were scattered a few other substantial residences, some farmers' homesteads and labourers' cottages. Featherston was a slim man, with long thin legs and a face grey and careworn. His patients (like the soldier's steam arm) gave him no rest day or night. There is no need to go into details here about Featherston's people. His sister, Mary Ann, lived in his house at one time, and for everyday ailments was almost as good a doctor as he. She was not at all[2] like him: a merry, talkative, sociable little woman, with black hair and quick, kindly dark eyes."

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Mrs. Henry Wood, born Ellen Price on January 17, 1814, in Worcester, England, emerged as a formidable literary figure in the Victorian era. Her prolific career spanned numerous novels and short stories, captivating readers with her intricate plots and moral undertones. Wood's upbringing in a middle-class family and her marriage to Henry Wood, a banker, provided her with the stability to pursue writing seriously after the couple faced financial difficulties.Wood's literary contributions are notable not just for their volume but for their impact on the genre of sensation fiction. Her works often delved into themes of domestic life, societal expectations, and the complexities of human nature, resonating deeply with the anxieties and aspirations of her contemporaries. She was a pioneer in exploring the psychological dimensions of her characters, a technique that influenced later writers like Wilkie Collins and Mary Elizabeth Braddon.Controversy occasionally swirled around Wood, particularly regarding the moralistic tone of her narratives, which some critics found overly didactic. However, her ability to weave suspenseful and emotionally charged stories ensured her a loyal readership. Wood's influence extended beyond her novels; as the editor of the magazine "Argosy," she championed the works of other writers, fostering a vibrant literary community.Mrs. Henry Wood's legacy endures through her contributions to the development of the sensation novel and her nuanced portrayal of Victorian society. Her works continue to be studied for their rich characterizations and their reflection of the cultural and social dynamics of her time.

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