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The Lifted Veil: Adapted for the Contemporary Reader
Paperback
Series: Harris Classics, Book 5
ISBN13: 9781549678950
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 6 2017
Pages: 74
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.15 Width: 5.06 Depth: 7.81
Language: English
Discover the haunting imagination of George Eliot in The Lifted Veil: Adapted for the Contemporary Reader by James Harris.
First published in 1859, The Lifted Veil is a dark and unusual novella by George Eliot, exploring perception, fate, death and the hidden lives of those around us. Blending psychological fiction with elements of the supernatural, it tells the disturbing story of Latimer, a man burdened with an extraordinary ability to glimpse the thoughts and future experiences of others.
In this contemporary adaptation, James Harris presents the story of George Eliot in clear, accessible English, allowing the atmosphere, ideas and drama of the original work to be enjoyed without the difficulty of older language and phrasing.
Inside, you will discover:
- The haunting story of Latimer and his disturbing supernatural ability.
- A compelling exploration of perception, fate, death and human nature.
- Reflections on the hidden thoughts and desires of those around us.
- An unusual blend of psychological fiction, mystery and supernatural elements.
- A dark and thought-provoking work from one of the great writers of the Victorian era.
- The complete The Lifted Veil, adapted for the contemporary reader.
A timeless classic of Victorian literature and psychological fiction.
Discover the haunting world of George Eliot and enjoy this contemporary adaptation.
ENJOY.
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