Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters - Susan Petigru King-Bowen

Ralph Waldo Emerson Works Collection · Jul 22, 2026 · 9h 22m

Set in 1812 Portugal, "Actress in High Life: An Episode in Winter Quarters" by Susan Petigru King-Bowen follows British officers, particularly focusing on Lord Strathern and his daughter, Lady Mabel Stewart, as they navigate life in Elvas during the winter. The charming Colonel l'Lisle emerges as the story's hero, while the narrative offers a rich exploration of the landscape, history, and the era's people, often touching on the complexities of faith and liturgy among the characters. This book is worth hearing now for its vivid portrayal of a historical moment and the timeless themes of duty…