A Dark Lantern

A Dark Lantern: A Story With A Prologue is a novel written by Elizabeth Robins and published in 1913. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Gwenda, who is forced to leave her home in the countryside and move to London to work as a governess. Gwenda soon finds herself caught up in a web of deceit and intrigue as she becomes embroiled in the lives of her employer, his family, and their friends.The novel is divided into two parts, with the first part serving as a prologue that sets the scene for the main story. In the prologue, the reader is introduced to Gwenda's family and their way of life in the countryside. The second part of the novel takes place in London, where Gwenda begins her new job and meets the various characters who will shape her destiny.As the story unfolds, Gwenda discovers that her employer, Sir Edmund Widdowson, is involved in a scandalous affair with a married woman, and she becomes a witness to their secret meetings. She also becomes acquainted with Sir Edmund's son, Harry, who is a struggling artist, and his friend, Jack Fenleigh, who is a journalist. Gwenda becomes increasingly drawn to Jack, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that he is investigating Sir Edmund's affair for his newspaper.The novel is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and intrigue, with a strong female protagonist who is determined to uncover the truth and make her own way in the world. It is a fascinating portrait of late Victorian society, with its strict social codes and hidden scandals, and a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of women in the face of adversity.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.