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The Peacock's Pleasance (1908)

The Peacock's Pleasance (1908)

Boyle, Eleanor Vere

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ISBN10: 1165605538
ISBN13: 9781165605538
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 302
Weight: 0.89
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Peacock's Pleasance is a novel written by Eleanor Vere Boyle and first published in 1908. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Lady Diana Barrington. Diana is an orphan who is raised by her aunt and uncle in a grand estate called Peacock's Pleasance. She grows up sheltered and privileged, but also lonely and unfulfilled.As Diana comes of age, she becomes increasingly restless and yearns for something more. She is drawn to the world of art and begins to explore her creative side. She meets a young artist named John, who becomes her mentor and friend. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and artistic expression.However, Diana's privileged upbringing and societal expectations threaten to hold her back. She must navigate the complex world of high society, where appearances and reputation are everything. Along the way, she must also confront her own fears and insecurities, and learn to trust in her own abilities.The Peacock's Pleasance is a poignant and beautifully written novel that explores themes of self-discovery, creativity, and the struggle for personal fulfillment in a society that values conformity and tradition. It is a timeless tale that speaks to the human experience and the universal desire for meaning and purpose.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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