The Mask Lifted (1873)

By Erving Campbell

Book Overview

The Mask Lifted is a novel written by Erving Campbell and first published in 1873. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Edith who is forced to marry a man she does not love. Edith's husband, Richard, is a wealthy but cruel man who is determined to control her every move. Despite her unhappiness, Edith tries to make the best of her situation and finds solace in her friendship with a kind and sympathetic neighbor named Arthur.As the story unfolds, Edith begins to uncover the dark secrets of Richard's past and realizes that he is not the man she thought he was. With Arthur's help, she sets out to expose Richard's true nature and free herself from his control. Along the way, she discovers her own strength and learns to stand up for herself.The Mask Lifted is a compelling tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. It explores themes of power, control, and the struggle for independence in a society that often favors men over women. With its vivid characters and intricate plot, this novel is sure to captivate readers and leave them thinking long after the final page has been turned.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: 116722163X
• ISBN13: 9781167221637
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"