Mehalah: A Story of the Salt Marshes

Language: EnglishPublished: March 20, 2017

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Subjects:

Married people Fiction Man-woman relationships Landlord and tenant East Anglia (England)Salt marshes

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Fiction Literature

Authors:

Baring-Gould, S. (Sabine)
1834 - 1924

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In the late 19th century, the marshlands of Essex serve as a backdrop for "Mehalah: A Story of the Salt Marshes" by S. Baring-Gould, a novel that intricately weaves themes of resilience and identity. The story follows Mehalah, a fierce young woman whose life is complicated by her tumultuous relationship with the new landlord, Elijah. As she grapples with her connection to the land and the encroaching changes brought by modernity, readers are drawn into a world where the salt marshes become a character in their own right. Ideal for students and historians alike, this evocative tale explores the struggle for autonomy and the deep ties to one’s heritage, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the complexities of rural life and personal agency.