Children Of Gibeon

By Walter Besant

Book Overview

""Children of Gibeon"" is a novel written by Walter Besant, an English novelist and historian. The story is set in the late 19th century in London and revolves around the lives of a group of young people who are all connected to the Gibeon family. The Gibeons are a wealthy and influential family in the city, and their children are expected to follow in their footsteps and maintain their social status.The novel follows the lives of these young people as they navigate the complexities of love, family, and society. There are several romantic subplots, including a love triangle between two of the Gibeon children and a young woman from a lower social class. The novel also explores the themes of class, gender, and the changing social landscape of London in the late 19th century.Besant's writing style is descriptive and detailed, painting a vivid picture of the characters and their surroundings. The novel is a commentary on the social norms and expectations of the time, as well as a reflection on the human experience of love, loss, and identity. ""Children of Gibeon"" is a classic example of Victorian literature and a compelling read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the era.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: 1430451203
• ISBN13: 9781430451204
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"