The Shadow World (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163099902)

The Shadow World is a novel by American author Hamlin Garland, first published in 1908. The book tells the story of a young woman named Jenny who moves to the city to become a writer. She is drawn into the world of the theater and the arts, and soon finds herself in the midst of a group of bohemian artists who live a life of excess and indulgence. As she becomes more involved with this group, Jenny begins to see the darker side of their lifestyle, including drug addiction and sexual promiscuity. The novel explores themes of morality, temptation, and the dangers of indulging in excess. Garland's writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a picture of a world that is both alluring and dangerous. The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, with their flaws and weaknesses laid bare for the reader to see. Overall, The Shadow World is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that delves into the darker aspects of human nature. It is a must-read for fans of literary fiction and those interested in exploring the complexities of the human psyche.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: Hamlin Garland
ISBN-10: 1163099902
ISBN-13: 9781163099902
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 306
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.64d