Lumley, The Painter (1891)

Lumley, The Painter is a novel written by John Strange Winter and published in 1891. The story revolves around the life of the titular character, Lumley, who is a struggling artist trying to make a name for himself in the competitive world of art. Lumley is a talented painter, but his unconventional style and lack of connections make it difficult for him to gain recognition and sell his paintings.As the story progresses, Lumley meets and falls in love with a young woman named Dora, who becomes his muse and inspires him to create some of his most beautiful works. However, their relationship is threatened by the interference of Dora's wealthy and controlling father, who disapproves of Lumley's profession and social status.Throughout the novel, Winter explores themes of love, ambition, and the struggle for artistic recognition. He also provides a vivid portrayal of the art world in Victorian England, with its complex social hierarchies and the challenges faced by artists trying to make a living.Overall, Lumley, The Painter is a compelling and insightful novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of art and society in the late 19th 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.