The Lifted Veil (1917)

The Lifted Veil is a novella written by Basil King and first published in 1917. The story is set in England in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young man named George Eliot, who is gifted with the ability to see into the future. George is haunted by visions of his own death and the impending doom of his family, which he cannot seem to change or prevent. As he struggles to come to terms with his gift and the limitations it imposes on him, he becomes increasingly isolated from those around him, including his wife, Marion. The novella explores themes of fate, free will, and the consequences of trying to alter the course of destiny. It also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the toll that secrets and lies can take on individuals and families. King's writing style is characterized by its lush descriptions of the English countryside and the intricate psychological portraits he creates of his characters. The Lifted Veil is a haunting and thought-provoking work that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.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.