Book cover for The Love Affair of George Vincent Parker by Arthur Conan Doyle

The Love Affair of George Vincent Parker

2026 Released
22 Pages
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Alpha EditionISBN 9789374592793

A moonlit terrace, the hush of an English country garden, and the uncertain brush of two hands meeting in the dusk-here, the delicate machinery of love stirs against the backdrop of Edwardian society's rigid expectations. At the heart of this literary romance novel lies a story of longing and restraint, set within the intricate world of British society, where every whispered word and furtive glance carries the weight of unspoken desire and the risk of betrayal. The narrative unfolds with quiet intensity, capturing the emotional complexity of a relationship shaped by both passion and duty, as well as the subtle dramas that ripple through early twentieth century fiction. This is not merely a romance; it is a study of character and circumstance, where the boundaries between affection and propriety are tested in every encounter. The prose, suffused with the elegance and nuance characteristic of classic British literature, draws readers into a world where love and betrayal are inseparable companions. The tension between personal happiness and social expectation is rendered with a deft touch, making this British love story as relevant to modern sensibilities as it was to its original audience. Lovers of historical romance fiction and those drawn to the complexities of relationship fiction will find themselves immersed in a narrative that balances emotional depth with the atmospheric detail of an English fiction novel. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. With its finely observed portrait of romantic drama, this British society novel stands as a testament to the enduring allure of literary romance, inviting readers and collectors alike to rediscover a rare and evocative work from a master storyteller.

Arthur Conan Doyle

Arthur Conan Doyle was born in 1859. He trained to be a doctor at Edinburgh University and eventually set up a medical practice in Southsea. During the quiet periods between patients, he turned his hand to writing, producing historical novels such as Micah Clarke and adventure yarns including The Lost World, as well as four novels and fifty-six stories involving his most celebrated creations, Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson. Doyle was knighted in 1902. In later life he devoted much of his time to his belief in Spiritualism, using his writing and celebrity as a means of providing funds to support activities in this field. He died in 1930.

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