Marionettes (1892) - Julien Gordon - Bog

Marionettes is a novel written by Julien Gordon and originally published in 1892. The story is set in Paris and follows the lives of a group of artists and intellectuals who are all intertwined in various ways. The main character is a young painter named Paul who falls in love with a beautiful actress named Louise. However, Louise is already engaged to a wealthy banker named Henri. As Paul tries to win Louise's heart, he becomes involved in the complicated relationships of his friends and acquaintances. The novel explores themes of love, jealousy, and the pursuit of artistic expression. It also delves into the societal norms and conventions of the time, particularly the expectations placed on women. Marionettes is a vivid portrayal of the bohemian lifestyle of late 19th-century Paris and the struggles of artists and intellectuals to find their place in society.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.