02638cam a22003613u 4500 47591 UtSlPG 20260610134108.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897 The Ladies Lindores, Vol. 1 (of 3) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-12-08 Produced by Delphine Lettau, Mary Meehan & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "The Ladies Lindores, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Mrs. Oliphant is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the lives of the inhabitants of the estate of Dalrulzian, particularly highlighting the sense of nostalgia and change that accompanies the arrival of its young master, John Erskine, after years away. The narrative explores themes of identity, belonging, and the transition from one era to another within the familial and social structures of Scottish society. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of Dalrulzian, a rustic yet dignified mansion whose familiar grounds evoke bittersweet memories for the departing Barrington family. As they prepare to leave, the characters are filled with a mix of regret and hope, particularly Nora Barrington, who feels a deep attachment to the home she has grown to love. Meanwhile, anticipation builds around the return of John Erskine, who enters the story as a young man poised to reclaim his heritage. His arrival prompts reflections on his family's past, the legacy of Dalrulzian, and the dynamics that await him in the community, setting the stage for potential connections with Nora and addressing the inherent conflicts between tradition and change. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Inheritance and succession -- Fiction Mate selection -- Fiction Scotland -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction Husband and wife -- Fiction Families -- Fiction Aristocracy (Social class) -- Great Britain -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47591 88430 88430