Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Salome is a novel written by Amelia B. Edwards. It tells the tale of a young woman named Salome who is orphaned at a young age and forced to live with her cruel uncle. Despite her difficult circumstances, Salome grows up to be a strong and independent woman, determined to make her own way in the world. Along the way, she encounters a number of challenges and obstacles, including a love triangle and a dangerous conspiracy that threatens her very existence. With its vivid characters, intricate plot, and stunning setting, The Story of Salome is a gripping and unforgettable tale of love, betrayal, and survival in the face of adversity.Persuaded that she had not observed me, I lingered for an instant looking at her. Something in the grace and sorrow of her attitude, something in the turn of her head and the flow of her sable draperies, arrested my attention. Was she young? I fancied so. Did she mourn a husband?-a lover?-a parent? I glanced towards the headstone. It was covered with Hebrew characters; so that, had I even been nearer, it could have told me nothing.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.
