Elsie Venner

Elsie Venner: A Romance of Destiny is a novel written by Oliver Wendell Holmes and first published in 1861. The story follows the life of Elsie Venner, a young woman who is believed to be cursed due to her father's involvement in a scientific experiment that involved the use of poisonous snakes. Elsie is described as having a mysterious and alluring personality that draws people towards her, but also causes them to fear her.As the story progresses, Elsie's life becomes increasingly complicated as she struggles to find acceptance and love in a society that views her as an outcast. Along the way, she meets a number of interesting characters, including a young doctor named Bernard Langdon who becomes enamored with her.Throughout the novel, Holmes explores themes of destiny, free will, and the power of nature. He also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the ways in which our past experiences shape our present and future.Overall, Elsie Venner is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the human condition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in 19th-century literature, American history, or the works of Oliver Wendell Holmes.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.