Madcap Violet (1894)

Madcap Violet is a novel written by William Black and published in 1894. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of Violet Lorraine, a young woman who is determined to live life on her own terms. Violet is a free spirit who refuses to conform to the expectations of society and instead chooses to pursue her own passions and desires. The novel begins with Violet living with her aunt and uncle in the Scottish countryside. She is engaged to a wealthy young man named George, but she is not in love with him and finds the idea of settling down to be suffocating. Instead, Violet longs for adventure and excitement, and she finds it in the form of a dashing young artist named Jack Dunquerque. Violet and Jack fall deeply in love, but their relationship is threatened by the disapproval of society and the interference of George, who is determined to win Violet back. As Violet and Jack struggle to overcome these obstacles, they are forced to confront the harsh realities of life and the consequences of their actions. Madcap Violet is a tale of love, passion, and rebellion. It explores the themes of freedom, individuality, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. With vivid descriptions of the Scottish countryside and colorful characters, the novel captures the spirit of the Victorian era and the changing attitudes of the time.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.