Alcestis V1 (1873) is a novel written by Blanche Warre Cornish. The story revolves around the character of Alcestis, a woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. Despite her unhappiness, Alcestis remains loyal to her husband and tries to make the best of her situation. However, when her husband falls seriously ill, Alcestis makes a brave decision to sacrifice herself in order to save his life. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice,...
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