Baron Montez Of Panama And Paris: A Novel (1892)

By Archibald Clavering Gunter

Book Overview

Baron Montez of Panama and Paris: A Novel is a literary work by Archibald Clavering Gunter, published in 1892. The book tells the story of Baron Montez, a wealthy and influential man who divides his time between Panama and Paris. The novel is set in the late 19th century, a time when the Panama Canal was being constructed and Paris was experiencing a cultural and artistic renaissance.The plot revolves around the Baron's love affairs with two women, one from each city. In Panama, he falls for a beautiful and ambitious young woman named Dolores, who is determined to rise above her humble origins and become a socialite. In Paris, he meets the charming and sophisticated Countess de la Roche, who is already married but still manages to capture the Baron's heart.As the story unfolds, the Baron's relationships with both women become increasingly complicated, leading to jealousy, betrayal, and scandal. Along the way, readers are treated to a vivid portrayal of the social and political landscape of both Panama and Paris, as well as the cultural and artistic trends of the time.Overall, Baron Montez of Panama and Paris: A Novel is a gripping tale of love, ambition, and intrigue set against the backdrop of two fascinating and dynamic cities. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, romance, or the cultural history of Panama and Paris in the late 19th century.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: 1104621444
• ISBN13: 9781104621445
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"