The One Who Looked On (1895)

By F.F. Montrésor and Frances Frederica Montrsor

Book Overview

The One Who Looked On is a novel written by Frances Frederica Montresor and published in 1895. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Pauline, who is struggling to find her place in society. Pauline is a talented artist, but her passion for painting is not accepted by her family, who expect her to marry and fulfill her duties as a wife and mother.As Pauline navigates the challenges of her social status and her desire to pursue her art, she meets a mysterious man known only as ""the one who looked on."" This man is a recluse who lives in the woods and observes the world from a distance. Despite his isolation, he becomes a source of inspiration and guidance for Pauline.As the story progresses, Pauline's relationship with ""the one who looked on"" deepens, and she begins to uncover the secrets of his past. Through her interactions with him, she learns valuable lessons about the importance of following one's passions and the power of art to connect people and bridge social divides.The One Who Looked On is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of identity, creativity, and social norms. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by women in the late 19th century and the role of art in shaping society.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: 1437295398
• ISBN13: 9781437295399
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"