The Playground Of Satan (1918)
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ISBN10: 1165155761
ISBN13: 9781165155767
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781165155767
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Playground of Satan is a novel written by Beatrice Baskerville and originally published in 1918. The story follows the life of a young woman named Mary, who is determined to live her life on her own terms despite the societal constraints placed upon her. Mary is a free spirit who loves to dance and socialize, but her behavior is seen as scandalous by those around her.As Mary navigates through her life, she encounters several men who are drawn to her beauty and charm. However, Mary is not interested in settling down and getting married, which causes friction between her and the men who pursue her. One of these men is a wealthy and powerful politician named Lord St. George, who becomes obsessed with Mary and will stop at nothing to make her his own.As the story unfolds, Mary finds herself caught up in a dangerous game of power and manipulation. She must navigate the treacherous waters of high society while trying to remain true to herself and her beliefs. Along the way, she discovers the true nature of those around her and learns that sometimes the people you think you can trust the most are the ones who will betray you in the end.The Playground of Satan is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and the struggle for personal freedom in a society that values conformity above all else. Baskerville's writing is both evocative and insightful, providing a vivid portrait of life in early 20th-century England. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, romance, and social commentary.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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