Chandos V1: A Novel (1866)

Chandos V1: A Novel is a work of fiction written by the English author Ouida and first published in 1866. The novel tells the story of a young man named Chandos, who is born into a wealthy and privileged family but becomes disillusioned with his life of luxury. He embarks on a journey of self-discovery, seeking meaning and purpose in a world that seems empty and shallow.As Chandos travels through Europe, he encounters a variety of characters from different walks of life, including artists, musicians, and aristocrats. He becomes involved in a number of romantic relationships, but finds that none of them can satisfy his longing for something more.Throughout the novel, Ouida explores themes of class, wealth, and the search for meaning in life. She also offers a critique of the shallow and materialistic values of Victorian society, and suggests that true happiness and fulfillment can only be found through personal growth and self-discovery.Overall, Chandos V1: A Novel is a thought-provoking and engaging work of fiction that offers a compelling portrait of a young man's journey towards self-realization.In Three Volumes.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.