Themes And Variations (1889)

By James G. Wilson

Book Overview

Themes and Variations is a novel written by Mrs. James Glenny Wilson and first published in 1889. The book is set in the late 19th century and tells the story of a young woman named Edith who is torn between her duty to her family and her desire for independence and love. Edith is engaged to a wealthy man named Arthur, but she is also in love with his cousin, Jack. As she struggles to choose between the two men, she must also navigate the expectations of her family and society.The novel explores themes of love, duty, and societal expectations, and provides a vivid portrait of life in late Victorian England. It also features complex and well-drawn characters, including Edith's strong-willed mother, her conflicted fianc����� Arthur, and the charming and impulsive Jack.Overall, Themes and Variations is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the social mores and values of a bygone era, while also exploring timeless themes of love and self-discovery.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: 1120940214
• ISBN13: 9781120940216
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"