Sibyl And The Sapphires: Or Trading In Vanity Fair (1879)

By Clara Florida Guernsey

Book Overview

Sibyl and the Sapphires: Or Trading in Vanity Fair is a novel written by Clara Florida Guernsey and published in 1879. The story follows the life of Sibyl, a young woman who is determined to make her mark in high society. She is fascinated by the glamour and opulence of the wealthy elite and dreams of being a part of it. To achieve her goals, Sibyl turns to a life of trading, buying and selling jewels and other luxury items. She quickly becomes successful and gains the attention of the upper class. However, as she becomes more involved in the world of the wealthy, Sibyl begins to realize the emptiness and superficiality of it all. Through the trials and tribulations of Sibyl's journey, the novel explores themes of greed, materialism, and the true value of wealth. It also delves into the complexities of relationships and the importance of finding genuine connections in a world that often values appearances over substance. Overall, Sibyl and the Sapphires is a thought-provoking novel that offers a commentary on the societal pressures of the time and the human desire for status and recognition.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: 1167011694
• ISBN13: 9781167011696
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"