The Wane Of An Ideal: A Novel (1884)

By Marchesa Colombi

Book Overview

The Wane Of An Ideal is a novel written by La Marchesa Colombi and originally published in 1884. The story is set in Italy and follows the life of a young woman named Cecilia, who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life as she transitions from adolescence to adulthood.Cecilia is a dreamer who believes in the power of love and the goodness of people. However, she soon learns that the world is not as idyllic as she once thought. Her father dies, leaving her and her mother in financial ruin. Cecilia is forced to find work and support her family, but she struggles to find her place in society.As Cecilia navigates the challenges of adulthood, she is confronted with the harsh realities of poverty, social inequality, and the limitations placed on women in her society. She falls in love with a man who is already engaged, and her dreams of a happy ending are shattered.The Wane Of An Ideal is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the struggle to maintain hope in the face of adversity. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1120342066
• ISBN13: 9781120342065
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"