Mirage (1912)

By E. Temple Thurston

Book Overview

Mirage is a novel written by E. Temple Thurston in 1912. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of a young woman named Lady Hermione who is torn between her love for two very different men. The first is her childhood sweetheart, Lord Arthur, who is a traditional aristocrat and represents the values of the old world. The second is a young artist named Julian, who is a free spirit and represents the new world of art and culture.As Lady Hermione struggles to choose between the two men, she finds herself caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal. Her father, a wealthy and powerful man, is determined to see her marry Lord Arthur and maintain the family's social standing. Meanwhile, Julian's unconventional lifestyle and artistic pursuits are looked down upon by society, making it difficult for Lady Hermione to openly express her feelings for him.Throughout the novel, Thurston explores themes of love, class, tradition, and modernity. He paints a vivid picture of the social and cultural landscape of early 20th century England, while also delving into the inner lives of his characters and their emotional struggles.Mirage is a beautifully written and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into a bygone era. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1164017179
• ISBN13: 9781164017172
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"