Ada Vernham, Actress (1900)

By Richard Marsh

Book Overview

Ada Vernham, Actress is a novel written by Richard Marsh and published in 1900. The book tells the story of Ada Vernham, a struggling actress who dreams of making it big in the London theatre scene. Despite her talent and determination, Ada faces numerous obstacles, including a lack of opportunities and the disapproval of her family. As Ada navigates the challenges of her career, she also finds herself caught up in a love triangle with two men: the wealthy and charming Sir Julian Hope and the handsome but mysterious Arthur Constant. Ada must choose between the security and social status offered by Sir Julian or the passionate but uncertain future with Arthur. Throughout the novel, Marsh provides a vivid depiction of the theatre world in late Victorian London, with its glamour, rivalries, and scandals. He also explores themes of class and gender, as Ada struggles to break free from the constraints of her working-class background and the expectations placed upon her as a woman. Ada Vernham, Actress is a compelling and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into the world of the London stage at the turn of the 20th century.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1160281750
• ISBN13: 9781160281751
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"