< p>A Tangled Tale of Love, Reputation, and Quiet Courage in Victorian London
In the second volume of a sweeping social novel, a striking man named Waymark navigates friendship, desire, and the pull of a refined, independent world. As his circle grows, he is drawn to Maud Enderby, a woman whose inner strength and honesty challenge the norms that many fear to question. The story examines how love can bloom under scrutiny and how characters protect those they trust while facing fragile reputations.
Against the backdrop of museums, galleries, and bustling city life, the narrative unpacks loyalty, ambition, and the price of living true to one’s self. The stakes rise as secrets from the past surface, testing how far truth—when spoken with care—can soften or break the bonds between friends, lovers, and families.
Ideal for readers who enjoy character-driven fiction about moral dilemmas, social scrutiny, and the complexities of modern love.
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George Robert Gissing (22 November 1857 – 28 December 1903) was an English novelist who published 23 novels between 1880 and 1903. Gissing also worked as a teacher and tutor throughout his life. He published his first novel, Workers in the Dawn, in 1880. His best known novels, which are published in modern editions, include The Nether World (1889), New Grub Street (1891), and The Odd Women (1893).
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, a literary work of its time, explores the harsh realities and moral dilemmas faced by the poor and marginalized in Victorian England. The author delves into the lives of individuals struggling to survive amidst poverty and societal neglect, shedding light on the injustices and complexities of their circumstances. Through vivid storytelling and poignant observations, the book provokes contemplation on the nature of morality, social responsibility, and the search for meaning in a world marked by inequality and suffering. Its insights into the human condition and the complexities of social class offer valuable perspectives on the ongoing struggle for social justice. 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 9781332798674_0
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