Mirage (1878)

Mirage is a novel written by George Fleming and published in 1878. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Violet Desborough. Violet is the daughter of a wealthy and respected English family and is engaged to marry a man named Lord Lackington. However, Violet is not in love with Lord Lackington and is instead drawn to a mysterious and enigmatic man named Captain Ducie.As the story unfolds, Violet's life becomes increasingly complicated as she struggles to navigate the expectations of her family and society while also following her heart. Along the way, she encounters a cast of complex and intriguing characters, including the manipulative Lady Bellamy and the charming but dangerous Count von Rasczinsky.Mirage is a tale of love, betrayal, and self-discovery that explores the themes of class, gender, and power in Victorian England. With its vivid descriptions of high society and its engaging characters, the novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the British aristocracy during this period.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.