Lumley, The Painter (1891)

By John Strange Winter

Book Overview

Lumley, The Painter is a novel written by John Strange Winter and published in 1891. The story revolves around the life of an artist named Lumley, who is struggling to make a name for himself in the competitive world of art. Lumley is a talented painter, but he lacks the confidence and the financial resources to pursue his passion. The novel follows Lumley's journey as he tries to overcome his obstacles and achieve success as an artist. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including fellow artists, art dealers, and wealthy patrons. He also experiences love and heartbreak as he falls in love with a woman who is already engaged to someone else.The book explores themes of ambition, creativity, and the challenges of pursuing one's dreams. It also provides a glimpse into the art world of the late 19th century, with its complex social dynamics and shifting trends in artistic styles.Overall, Lumley, The Painter is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the life of an artist and the struggles that come with pursuing a creative career.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: 1437046630
• ISBN13: 9781437046632
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"