The Shadow On The Wall: A Romance (1904)

By Mary Elizabeth Coleridge

Book Overview

The Shadow On The Wall: A Romance is a novel written by Mary Elizabeth Coleridge and first published in 1904. The story follows the life of a young woman named Hetty, who is haunted by a shadow on her bedroom wall that seems to take on a life of its own. Hetty is torn between two suitors, the kind and gentle Dr. John Brent and the mysterious and alluring Mr. Arthur Gresley. As Hetty struggles to make a decision about her future, the shadow on the wall becomes more and more menacing, leading to a dramatic climax that will change her life forever. Set in the late 19th century, The Shadow On The Wall is a Gothic romance that explores themes of love, obsession, and the supernatural. Coleridge's lyrical prose and vivid descriptions create a haunting and atmospheric tale that is sure to captivate readers.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: 1167219465
• ISBN13: 9781167219467
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"