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The Fallen Leaves (1899)

The Fallen Leaves (1899)

Collins, Wilkie

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ISBN10: 1164036092
ISBN13: 9781164036098
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 364
Weight: 1.07
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Fallen Leaves is a novel written by Wilkie Collins and published in 1899. The story revolves around two sisters, Amelius and Regina, who are left orphaned and penniless after their father's death. Amelius, the elder sister, is determined to make a life for herself and her sister by finding work and supporting them both. However, as they navigate the challenges of poverty and social status, they encounter a cast of characters who complicate their journey.One of these characters is Valentine Blyth, a struggling artist who becomes enamored with Amelius and offers to help her and Regina. However, as their relationship deepens, secrets from Valentine's past threaten to derail their happiness. Meanwhile, Amelius attracts the attention of a wealthy and influential man, Mr. Goldenheart, who offers to marry her and provide for her and Regina. But as Amelius weighs her options, she must confront the reality that her choices may not be entirely her own.The Fallen Leaves is a novel that explores themes of love, class, and identity in Victorian England. It is a complex and nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by women in a society that values wealth and status above all else. With its richly drawn characters and intricate plot, The Fallen Leaves is a compelling and thought-provoking read that has stood the test of 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.

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