Peter Ibbetson

Peter Ibbetson is a novel written by George Du Maurier, originally published in 1891. The story follows the life of Peter Ibbetson, a young boy who falls in love with his neighbor, Mary, and dreams of marrying her someday. However, Peter's mother dies and he is sent away to live with his aunt in Paris. Years later, Peter becomes an architect and reconnects with Mary, who is now married to someone else. Despite their circumstances, Peter and Mary continue to love each other and communicate through their dreams. As the story progresses, Peter is imprisoned for murder and Mary becomes ill, leading to a tragic and emotional conclusion. Alongside the main plotline, the novel also explores themes of art, memory, and the power of the human imagination. The book is known for its use of dream sequences and its exploration of the subconscious mind, making it a notable example of early psychological fiction. Overall, Peter Ibbetson is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the mysteries of the human psyche.Ah, he died too quick; I dealt him those four blows in less than as many seconds. It was five minutes, perhaps--or, at the most, ten--from the moment he came into the room to that when I finished him and was caught red-handed. And I--what a long agony!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.