The Cradle Of The Rose (1908)

By Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen

Book Overview

The Cradle of the Rose is a novel written by Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen and published in 1908. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of a young woman named Rose who is born into a wealthy family in England. Rose is a beautiful and intelligent woman, but she is also very sheltered and naive.As Rose grows up, she becomes increasingly aware of the constraints placed upon her by her social status and gender. She longs for independence and adventure, but is unsure of how to achieve these things within the confines of her privileged life.When Rose meets a young American man named Jack, she is immediately drawn to him and his carefree, adventurous spirit. Jack takes Rose on a journey across Europe, introducing her to new people and experiences that challenge her worldview and expand her horizons.As Rose and Jack's relationship deepens, they must navigate the complexities of their different social backgrounds and the expectations of their families. Along the way, Rose must confront her own fears and insecurities and find the courage to forge her own path in life.The Cradle of the Rose is a romantic and adventurous novel that explores themes of love, independence, and social class in the early 20th century. Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen's vivid descriptions of European cities and landscapes add depth and richness to the story, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction.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: 1163979562
• ISBN13: 9781163979563
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"