Contrast: A Novel follows a society built on appearances, where wealth, marriage, and status clash with genuine feeling.
In this tale, families maneuver for rank and remainder, while private longing tests loyalty and restraint. Set among elegant houses, restless fortunes, and social rituals, the story watches lovers and rivals navigate favors, gossip, and the edges of convention. The book invites readers to observe how ambition and affection shape choices, with tension unfolding through sharp social observation and intimate moments.
- Explore a world of alliances, inheritance, and public persona.
- Follow complex relationships as characters weigh duty against desire.
- Enjoy period detail, wit, and emotional turnings in a richly drawn setting.
- Experience a sweeping mix of romance, intrigue, and moral quandaries.
Ideal for readers who savor classic fiction with intricate social games, nuanced romance, and a vivid sense of its era.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book follows the tale of a landowner in the early 19th century as he falls for a mysterious woman who brings chaos into his peaceful life. Despite the vast difference in their social standing, the landowner finds himself unable to deny his love for her. The narrative delves into the clash between traditional English society and the allure of the unknown, with the author posing questions about love, class, and the nature of happiness. Told through a series of letters, the book invites us to consider the sacrifices we make in the name of love and the unexpected ways in which our lives can change in the wake of upheaval. Ultimately, the novel provides thoughtful insights into the human condition, exploring the complexities of relationships and the ways in which our choices shape our destinies. 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 9781332707959_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332707959
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
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-9781332707959
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)