Silver Shimmer (1874)

By William Darwin Crabb

Book Overview

Silver Shimmer is a novel written by William Darwin Crabb and first published in 1874. The story takes place in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Sylvia, who is struggling to find her place in society. Sylvia is the daughter of a wealthy merchant, but she is not content with the life of luxury that has been handed to her. She longs for something more meaningful and fulfilling.As the story progresses, Sylvia becomes involved with a group of artists and intellectuals who share her passion for creativity and self-expression. She falls in love with a young painter named Julian, but their relationship is complicated by their different social backgrounds and the disapproval of Sylvia's family.Throughout the novel, Sylvia navigates the challenges of love, family, and social expectations, all while pursuing her own dreams and ambitions. Along the way, she learns important lessons about the importance of staying true to oneself and following one's passions, even in the face of adversity.Silver Shimmer is a beautifully written and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the late 19th century. With its vivid descriptions of art, fashion, and society, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the period, as well as for fans of classic literature 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: 1166937917
• ISBN13: 9781166937911
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"