A Comedy Of Masks: A Novel (1893) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166469740)

A Comedy of Masks is a novel written by Ernest Christopher Dowson in 1893. It is a story about a young man named Lucian who is living in Paris and becomes enamored with a mysterious woman named L�����onie. Lucian is drawn into a world of deceit and intrigue as he tries to uncover the truth about L�����onie and her past. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a group of artists and a wealthy aristocrat, who all have their own agendas and secrets to keep. The novel is a satirical commentary on the upper-class society of the time, with a focus on the themes of love, passion, and betrayal. Dowson's writing style is characterized by his use of vivid imagery and his ability to capture the essence of the characters' emotions. Overall, A Comedy of Masks is a captivating read that offers a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships and the societal norms of the late 19th century.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.

Author: Ernest Christopher Dowson,Arthur Collin Moore
ISBN-10: 1166469743
ISBN-13: 9781166469740
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 310
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d