One of Our Conquerors - George Meredith - Bog

One of Our Conquerors is a novel written by George Meredith. The story revolves around the character of Julian Wyvern, a young man who is ambitious and determined to succeed in life. He is from a humble background but is determined to rise to the top of society. Julian is in love with a beautiful woman named Clara Middleton, who is from a wealthy family. However, she is engaged to another man, and Julian must compete with him for her affections.The novel explores themes of class, ambition, and love. It also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the challenges that come with pursuing one's dreams. The story is set in England during the late 19th century, a time of great social change and upheaval.As the plot unfolds, Julian's ambition and desire for success lead him down a path of deceit and betrayal. He becomes involved in a scandal that threatens to ruin his reputation and destroy his relationship with Clara. However, Julian is determined to overcome these obstacles and prove himself to be a worthy conqueror.One of Our Conquerors is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of Victorian England. It is a timeless tale of love, ambition, and the pursuit of success that continues to resonate with readers today.NESTA read her mother's face when Mrs. Victor entered the drawing-room to receive the guests. She saw a smooth fair surface, of the kind as much required by her father's eyes as innocuous air by his nostrils: and it was honest skin, not the deceptive feminine veiling, to make a dear man happy over his volcano. Mrs. Victor was to meet the friends with whom her feelings were at home, among whom her musical gifts gave her station.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.