Publisher's Synopsis
The Beautiful Miss Brooke is a novel written by Louis Zangwill and first published in 1897. Set in London during the late Victorian era, the book tells the story of Miss Brooke, a young and beautiful woman who is courted by two very different men.The first, Lord Henry Chetwynd, is a wealthy and titled gentleman who is used to getting what he wants. He is immediately drawn to Miss Brooke's beauty and begins to pursue her relentlessly, despite her lack of interest in him.The second suitor is a struggling artist named Paul Vivian, who falls in love with Miss Brooke at first sight. Unlike Lord Henry, Paul is not wealthy or influential, but he is passionate and creative, and he sees in Miss Brooke a kindred spirit.As Miss Brooke tries to navigate the complicated world of Victorian society and decide between these two very different men, she must also contend with the expectations placed upon her as a young woman of her time. Will she choose the safety and security of Lord Henry's world, or will she follow her heart and take a chance on Paul?The Beautiful Miss Brooke is a romantic and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into Victorian society and the challenges faced by women of that era. With its vivid characters and richly detailed setting, it is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or classic romance novels.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.
