The Epicurean; A Tale

By Thomas Moore

Book Overview

A provocative, luminous heartbeat of nineteenth-century Europe, The Epicurean invites you into a world where ideas and human folly contend on every page. A tale that reads with the speed of a novella yet lingers like a full-length moral fable, it blends historical fiction with sharp social satire and romantic era prose. This edition from Alpha Editions is more than a reprint - it is restoration and reverent reintroduction for today's readers and future generations. The Epicurean threads public domain classic poise with a vivid, morally charged narrative, making it ideal for casual readers and classic-literature collectors alike. Its compact, novella length makes it approachable, while its themes-honest appetite, social critique, and the quiet heroism of ordinary life-reward careful reading and thoughtful discussion. Set in the British Isles and steeped in the sensibilities of romanticism and Dickensian social critique, the work offers a lucid window into nineteenth century europe through a social lens that still resonates. It is a compelling addition to a home library collection or college course reading, offering rich opportunities for analysis of epicurean philosophy and moral inquiry within a witty, humane frame. A rare combination of literary grace and cultural insight, The Epicurean stands as a cultural treasure for readers who cherish historical fiction, public domain classics, and the enduring power of thoughtful prose.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354842593
• ISBN13: 9789354842597
• Release Date: August 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"