Pomp And Circumstance (1908)

By Dorothea Gerard

Book Overview

Pomp and Circumstance is a novel by Dorthea Gerard, published in 1908. The story is set in the early 20th century, and revolves around the lives of two young women, Lady Rose Lorrimer and Lady Ursula Glynde. Lady Rose is a beautiful and wealthy heiress, while Lady Ursula is her loyal and devoted friend. The two women are very close, and their lives are intertwined in many ways.The novel begins with Lady Rose's engagement to a wealthy and titled gentleman, Lord Hector Bracondale. However, Lady Ursula is secretly in love with Lord Hector, and is devastated by the news of the engagement. Despite her feelings, Lady Ursula remains loyal to her friend, and helps her plan the wedding.As the story unfolds, the lives of Lady Rose and Lady Ursula become increasingly complicated. Lady Rose's marriage is not as happy as she had hoped, and she finds herself drawn to another man. Meanwhile, Lady Ursula becomes embroiled in a scandalous affair with a married man.Throughout the novel, Gerard explores themes of love, loyalty, and social conventions. She also provides a vivid portrayal of the privileged lives of the British aristocracy in the early 20th century. Pomp and Circumstance is a compelling and engaging novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and romance.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: 1437131611
• ISBN13: 9781437131611
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"