A sweeping literary tale of love, loss, and moral reckoning that follows a powerful men’s life across longing, tragedy, and spiritual doubt.
Set against a richly drawn 19th-century world, Asphodel weaves the lives of a celebrated scholar, his divided heart, and the women who shaped his fate. The story traverses weddings, voyages, and quiet rooms where music, memory, and faith test the limits of devotion.
- Follow a painterly voyage of the heart from wishful longing to painful truth
- Experience intimate scenes of family, duty, and the toll of secrecy
- Explore themes of ambition, fame, love’s complications, and spiritual questioning
- Read with a voice that blends lush description with restrained, reflective prose
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical literary fiction that blends romance, tragedy, and allusions to art and faith.
Asphodel will appeal to fans of intricate character studies and novels that probe the costs of desire and the search for meaning.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an immersive collection of reflections, observations, and experiences that encapsulate the author's deep connection to their New England homeland. It explores the transformative power of nature, the intricate tapestry of human relationships, and the enduring legacy of history and tradition. The author takes a multifaceted approach, seamlessly weaving personal anecdotes with historical context and exploring themes of solitude, companionship, and the pursuit of meaning in life. Their insightful prose and lyrical descriptions paint a vivid portrait of a land steeped in both natural beauty and cultural significance, ultimately revealing the profound impact of place on the human heart and imagination. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282540166_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282540166
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282540166
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