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Esther Waters

Esther Waters

Auteur(s): George Moore
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 In the opening scene, Esther Waters stands on the platform, watching as the train fades into the distance, shrouded in a misty evening haze. This poignant moment sets the stage for the story of a young, devout woman from a struggling working-class background. As a kitchen maid, she finds herself seduced by a fellow employee and faces the harsh reality of an unplanned pregnancy when he abandons her. Defying societal expectations, Esther decides to raise her child alone, navigating the challenges of being a fallen woman in Victorian society. Moore’s novel not only highlights Esthers resilience but also serves as a powerful commentary on womens struggles during this era, solidifying its place as his most celebrated work. (Summary from Wikipedia, revised by Stav Nisser.)Copyright Romance Stories
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  • 036 - Chapter 36

    036 - Chapter 36
    Feb 9 2026
    In the opening scene, Esther Waters stands on the platform, watching as the train fades into the distance, shrouded in a misty evening haze. This poignant moment sets the stage for the story of a young, devout woman from a struggling working-class background. As a kitchen maid, she finds herself seduced by a fellow employee and faces the harsh reality of an unplanned pregnancy when he abandons her. Defying societal expectations, Esther decides to raise her child alone, navigating the challenges of being a fallen woman in Victorian society. Moore’s novel not only highlights Esthers resilience but also serves as a powerful commentary on womens struggles during this era, solidifying its place as his most celebrated work. (Summary from Wikipedia, revised by Stav Nisser.)
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    19 min
  • 035 - Chapter 35

    035 - Chapter 35
    Feb 8 2026
    In the opening scene, Esther Waters stands on the platform, watching as the train fades into the distance, shrouded in a misty evening haze. This poignant moment sets the stage for the story of a young, devout woman from a struggling working-class background. As a kitchen maid, she finds herself seduced by a fellow employee and faces the harsh reality of an unplanned pregnancy when he abandons her. Defying societal expectations, Esther decides to raise her child alone, navigating the challenges of being a fallen woman in Victorian society. Moore’s novel not only highlights Esthers resilience but also serves as a powerful commentary on womens struggles during this era, solidifying its place as his most celebrated work. (Summary from Wikipedia, revised by Stav Nisser.)
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    21 min
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