Ariadne In Mantua - Vernon Lee - Bog

Ariadne In Mantua: A Romance In 5 Acts (1906) is a novel written by Lee, Vernon. The book is set in the city of Mantua, Italy, during the early 16th century. The story revolves around the life of Ariadne, a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. She is deeply in love with another man, but her family and society do not approve of their relationship. The novel follows Ariadne's journey as she navigates her way through the challenges of her marriage and her forbidden love affair.The book is divided into five acts, each of which represents a different stage in Ariadne's life. The first act introduces the readers to Ariadne and her family, as well as her lover. The second act focuses on her wedding and the challenges she faces in her new life. The third act is about her growing love for her lover and the risks she takes to be with him. The fourth act is the climax of the story, where Ariadne's secrets are revealed, and she must face the consequences of her actions. The final act is the resolution of the story, where Ariadne must make a difficult decision about her future.The novel is a classic romance that explores themes of love, duty, and society's expectations. The author's vivid descriptions of the city of Mantua and its people bring the story to life. The book is a timeless tale of a woman's struggle to find happiness in a world that tries to control her every move.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.