Baldur The Beautiful (1910)

Baldur The Beautiful is a novel written by Grace Denio Litchfield in 1910. The story revolves around the life of a young boy named Baldur who is born into a wealthy and influential family. Despite his privileged background, Baldur is a kind and compassionate child who possesses a deep love for nature and animals. As he grows up, Baldur's gentle spirit and innate goodness attract the attention of many people, including a young woman named Hilda who becomes his closest friend and confidante.However, Baldur's idyllic life is shattered when he discovers a dark family secret that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. As he struggles to come to terms with this revelation, Baldur must also navigate the complex and treacherous world of high society, where power and wealth often come at a steep price.Throughout the novel, Litchfield explores themes of love, loyalty, and the corrupting influence of wealth and privilege. She also offers a vivid portrayal of turn-of-the-century New York City, with its opulent mansions, bustling streets, and glittering social events.Baldur The Beautiful is a timeless tale of innocence lost and the enduring power of the human spirit. It remains a classic work of American literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the early 20th century.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.