Golden Calf

Golden Calf

by Mary Elizabeth Braddon

Golden Calf, by Mary Elizabeth Braddon, delves into the intricate web of societal expectations and hidden desires within Victorian England's upper class. It follows the story of Ida Palliser, a young woman navigating the complexities of love and ambition amidst a backdrop of opulent lifestyles and carefully guarded secrets. The novel offers a glimpse into the lives of the gentry, exposing the contradictions and hypocrisies that lie beneath the surface of their seemingly perfect world. Braddon masterfully weaves a tale of intrigue, romance, and the pursuit of fortune, highlighting the social pressures and moral dilemmas faced by those seeking to navigate the treacherous waters of Victorian society.

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Mary Elizabeth Braddon (4 October 1835 – 4 February 1915) was an English popular novelist of the Victorian era. She is best known for her 1862 sensation novel Lady Audley's Secret, which has als...

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