Benoit Castain (1916)

Benoit Castain is a book written by Marcel Prevost, originally published in 1916. The story revolves around the titular character, Benoit Castain, who is a successful businessman and a member of high society in Paris. Castain is a charming and charismatic man who is admired by many, but he also has a dark side. He is a womanizer and has a reputation for being ruthless in business. The book follows Castain's life and the various relationships he has with women, including his wife, mistresses, and other women he encounters throughout his life. The story also delves into the world of French high society during this time period, with its opulence, decadence, and social hierarchies. As the story progresses, Castain's past catches up with him, and he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions. The book explores themes of love, betrayal, power, and morality. Overall, Benoit Castain is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the world of French high society during 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.