Ombra is a novel by the British author Margaret Oliphant, who wrote during the Victorian era. The story follows the life of a young woman named Lucy, who is orphaned at a young age and sent to live with her aunt in Italy. Lucy is a shy and introverted girl who struggles to find her place in the world, but she soon discovers a mysterious and captivating figure named Ombra.Ombra is a charismatic and enigmatic woman who takes Lucy under her wing and introduces her to a world of art, literature, and culture. Lucy is fascinated by Ombra and becomes her devoted follower, but as she delves deeper into Ombra's world, she begins to uncover dark secrets and hidden agendas.The novel explores themes of identity, power, and manipulation, as Lucy struggles to navigate the complex relationships and power dynamics that exist within Ombra's circle. Oliphant's writing is richly descriptive and evocative, transporting the reader to the sun-drenched streets of Italy and the shadowy corners of Ombra's world.Overall, Ombra is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships and the power of influence.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.
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