The Melbournians: A Novel (1892)
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ISBN10: 1104956039
ISBN13: 9781104956035
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 10 2009
Pages: 306
Weight: 1.36
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781104956035
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 10 2009
Pages: 306
Weight: 1.36
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Melbournians is a novel written by Francis Adams and published in 1892. The book is set in Melbourne, Australia, during the late 19th century and follows the lives of a group of characters who are all struggling to find their place in society. The story centers around the protagonist, Richard Mahony, a doctor who has recently moved to Melbourne with his wife, Mary. Richard is ambitious and wants to make a name for himself in the medical field, but he quickly becomes disillusioned with the corrupt and superficial society of Melbourne. Throughout the novel, Richard and Mary encounter a cast of characters including politicians, journalists, and socialites, all of whom are grappling with their own personal and societal issues. The book explores themes such as class, gender, and power dynamics in a rapidly changing society. As the story progresses, Richard's mental health begins to deteriorate, and he becomes increasingly isolated from his wife and friends. The novel ends on a tragic note, with Richard's eventual death and Mary's struggle to come to terms with her loss. Overall, The Melbournians is a compelling portrait of a society in transition, and a poignant exploration of the human condition.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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