The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle Volume 1 Chapter 5

In which Mrs. Pickle boldly asserts her authority within the family, much to the chagrin of her sister-in-law, whose attempts to regain influence lead her on a quixotic quest for a rare fruit believed to satisfy her pregnant sister-in-law’s cravings. The narrative gently unfolds with a blend of domestic rivalry and the sincere, if somewhat overzealous, attentions rendered to preserve the family’s honour and comfort.