The Kingfisher (1922)

By Phyllis Bottome

Book Overview

The Kingfisher is a novel written by Phyllis Bottome and published in 1922. The story follows the life of a young woman named Mary Lamington, who is forced to leave her home in England to live with her aunt in Germany. Mary is a talented artist, and she hopes to continue her studies while in Germany. However, she soon discovers that her aunt's household is not what it seems, and she becomes embroiled in a dangerous political situation.As Mary tries to navigate her new surroundings, she meets a man named Karl von Witzleben, who is a member of a secret society called the Kingfishers. Karl is a charismatic and mysterious figure, and Mary finds herself drawn to him despite her better judgment.As the story unfolds, Mary becomes more deeply involved with the Kingfishers and their political agenda. She must decide whether to continue her relationship with Karl and risk her own safety, or to distance herself from the group and return to England.The Kingfisher is a gripping tale of love, politics, and betrayal set against the backdrop of post-World War I Germany. Bottome's vivid descriptions of the country and its people bring the story to life, and her characters are complex and nuanced. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or political thrillers.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: 1120893739
• ISBN13: 9781120893734
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"