Misadventure (1891)

Misadventure is a novel written by William Edward Norris and first published in 1891. The story is set in England during the Victorian era and follows the lives of three main characters: Arthur, a young man who inherits a large estate; his friend, Jack, a struggling artist; and Maud, a young woman who is engaged to Arthur but secretly loves Jack.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal as the characters navigate their relationships with each other. Arthur struggles to come to terms with his inheritance and his role as a wealthy landowner, while Jack wrestles with his artistic ambitions and his feelings for Maud. Meanwhile, Maud must decide whether to follow her heart or fulfill her duty as a fianc�����e.As the story unfolds, the characters face various challenges and misfortunes, including financial difficulties, family drama, and unexpected revelations. Through it all, they must confront their own flaws and make difficult choices that will ultimately determine their fates.Misadventure is a gripping tale of love and loss, filled with vivid descriptions of Victorian life and society. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers more than a century after its initial publication.Two Volumes In One.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.