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Lady Hester; Or, Ursula's Narrative
By Charlotte M. Yonge
Length3h 23m
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Ursula recounts the dramatic arrival of the mysterious and spirited Lady Hester into a quiet household, sparking a chain of events that challenges social norms. Through Ursula’s observant eyes, the narrative explores the tensions between duty, reputation, and the desire for personal freedom. It is a sharp, domestic drama that highlights the intricate social hierarchies of the 19th century.
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length3 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 24, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I.
11CHAPTER VI.
2SAULT ST. PIERRE.
12THE WHITE DOE'S WARNING.
3CHAPTER II.
13CHAPTER VII.
4TREVORSHAM
14HUNTING.
5CHAPTER III.
15CHAPTER VIII.
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6THE PEERAGE CASE.
16DUCK SHOOTING.
7CHAPTER IV.
17CHAPTER IX.
8SKIMPING'S FARM.
18TREVOR'S LEGACY.
9CHAPTER V.
19IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
10SPINNEY LAWN.
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