The Gilded Chrysalis is a novel written by Gertrude Pahlow in 1914. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Edith Lyle. Edith is a beautiful and talented artist who lives in a small town in the Midwest. She dreams of leaving her hometown and pursuing her passion for art in the big city.Edith's life takes a dramatic turn when she meets a wealthy businessman named John Manning. Manning is immediately...