The Doctor's Little Daughter (1872)

The Doctor's Little Daughter is a novel written by Eliza Meteyard in 1872. The story revolves around a young girl named Bessie, who is the daughter of a doctor. Bessie is a bright and curious child who loves to explore the world around her. She is fascinated by her father's work and often accompanies him on his rounds. However, Bessie's idyllic life is disrupted when her father dies suddenly. Left alone with her mother, Bessie struggles to cope with the loss of her beloved father. She finds solace in her friendship with a young boy named Harry, who is the son of a local farmer. As Bessie grows older, she begins to realize the limitations placed on her as a young woman in Victorian society. Despite her intelligence and curiosity, she is expected to marry and settle down, rather than pursue a career or further education. The novel explores themes of grief, friendship, and gender roles in Victorian society. It also provides a glimpse into the world of medicine during the 19th century, as seen through the eyes of a young girl. Overall, The Doctor's Little Daughter is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a window into a bygone era.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.