"Mary Olivier: A Life" is a frank and impressive novel by the famous English writer May Sinclair. The book tells the story of Mary Olivier, a young girl from an average urban family who seeks to find her place in the world and understand herself. With the help of a sophisticated psychological portrait, the author delves into the inner world of the heroine, revealing her dreams, worries, doubts and joys. May Sinclair subtly reproduces the social background and spiritual fluctuations of the late 19th century, allowing the reader to feel the atmosphere of that time. "Mary Olivier: A Life" is not only the story of one woman, but also a reflection of the broad socio-cultural transformations that took place in British society at that time. This book will fascinate the reader with its depth of characters, elegance of language and frank statements about female self-sufficiency and finding one's own way."