The Thread Of Flame - Basil King - Bog

The Thread of Flame is a historical fiction novel written by Basil King. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young man named Philip Ashley. Philip is the son of a wealthy businessman and is expected to take over his father's business one day. However, Philip has other plans. He is an artist at heart and dreams of traveling the world to paint and create.Philip's life takes a dramatic turn when he falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Rosamund. Rosamund is the daughter of a wealthy family, but she is also a social activist who is passionate about helping the poor and fighting for social justice. Philip and Rosamund's love affair is complicated by their different social backgrounds and beliefs, but they are determined to be together.As Philip and Rosamund navigate their relationship, they become embroiled in the political and social issues of their time. The novel explores themes of love, social justice, and the struggle for change in a rapidly changing world.The Thread of Flame is a beautifully written novel that captures the spirit of the late 19th century. King's vivid descriptions of the characters and settings bring the story to life, and the themes of the novel are still relevant today. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or social justice issues.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.