Christmas At The Mermaid (1902) - Theodore Watts-Dunton - Bog

""Christmas At The Mermaid"" is a novel written by Theodore Watts-Dunton and published in 1902. The story is set in London during the Christmas season and revolves around a group of literary figures who gather at a popular pub called The Mermaid. The main character, a struggling young writer named Richard Darrell, is invited to join the group and finds himself in the company of famous writers such as Algernon Swinburne, Walter Pater, and Robert Browning. As the night progresses, the group engages in lively discussions about literature, art, and philosophy, and Darrell is challenged to defend his own artistic vision. The novel is a celebration of the power of creativity and imagination, and a tribute to the importance of community and friendship. It is a charming and insightful depiction of a bygone era and a classic addition to the canon of English literature.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.