The Barrets of Wimpole Street

Elizabeth Barrett, called "Ba", is recovering from an undisclosed illness and is extremely weak – standing and walking are painful. Her father Edward, however, is displeased by the rambunctiousness in Elizabeth's room. He seems perversely determined to keep her confined, as though he does not want to allow her to make a full recovery. Meanwhile, Henrietta is interested in marrying her brothers' friend Surtees, who has a promising career in the military.