At Love's Cost (eBook, ePUB) - Garvice, Charles
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"Until this moment I have never fully realised how great an ass a man can be. When I think that this morning I scurried through what might have been a decent breakfast, left my comfortable diggings, and was cooped up in a train for seven hours, that I am now driving in a pelting rain through, so far as I can see for the mist, what appears to be a howling wilderness, I ask myself if I am still in possession of my senses. I ask myself why I should commit such lurid folly. Last night I was sitting over the fire with a book—for it was cold, though not so cold as this," the speaker shivered and…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
"Until this moment I have never fully realised how great an ass a man can be. When I think that this morning I scurried through what might have been a decent breakfast, left my comfortable diggings, and was cooped up in a train for seven hours, that I am now driving in a pelting rain through, so far as I can see for the mist, what appears to be a howling wilderness, I ask myself if I am still in possession of my senses. I ask myself why I should commit such lurid folly. Last night I was sitting over the fire with a book—for it was cold, though not so cold as this," the speaker shivered and dragged the collar of his overcoat still higher—"at peace with all the world, with Omar purring placidly by my side, and my soul wrapped in that serenity which belongs to a man who has long since rid himself of that inconvenient appendage—a conscience, and has hit upon the right brand of cigarettes, and now—"
Autorenporträt
Charles Garvice (1850-1914) was an English author best known for his romantic and melodramatic novels. His works, which were particularly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often focus on themes of love, social class, and personal sacrifice. His novels frequently feature passionate love stories set against the backdrop of Victorian and Edwardian society, exploring the impact of social class and personal choices on romantic relationships. Garvice writing is characterized by its dramatic plots, emotional intensity, and vivid character portrayals. Garvice was born on November 18, 1850, and his early career was marked by a range of jobs, including working as a clerk and a journalist. His literary career took off with the publication of his novels, which were well-received by readers who enjoyed the melodramatic and romantic elements of his storytelling Some of his notable works include "A Girl of the Commune" (1895), "Only a Girl's Love"(1898), and "The Other Man's Wife" (1901). These novels reflect his knack for crafting engaging and emotionally charged narratives that capture the complexities of love and social dynamics. Garvice passed away on September 30, 1914, but his novels remain a testament to his ability to capture the romantic and dramatic spirit of his time. His works continue to be of interest to those studying Victorian and Edwardian literature.