The writing sisters Jane and Mary Findlater, also known as the Findlater sisters, shared a profound bond that infused both their collaborative and individual literary endeavors. Their works, often inspired by the history and daily life of early 20th-century Scottish society, explore the restricted opportunities for women and critically examine marriage as a singular life's culmination. Together, they reject the notion that a solitary life is wasted, instead celebrating the cultivation of "Self" and appreciating the pleasures of everyday existence. Their prose, which blends keen observation with a deep understanding of women's experiences, is often considered the pinnacle of their shared literary legacy.
A charming yet melancholic tale set in rural Scotland in the 18th century about the life history of two sisters, Henrietta and Lucie, brought up in a secluded mansion by a strangely inhuman mother.