La librairie des livres interdits

Marc Levy

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The Adventures of Harry Richmond is a novel written by George Meredith that tells the story of a young man named Harry Richmond. Harry is the son of a wealthy English merchant, but his life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers that his father is not actually his biological father. This revelation sets Harry on a journey of self-discovery as he tries to uncover the truth about his past and his true identity.Throughout the novel, Harry encounters a range of colorful characters, including his father's business partner, Mr. Beltham, and a group of bohemian artists who take Harry under their wing. Along the way, Harry also falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Clara Middleton, but their relationship is complicated by their different social backgrounds.As Harry navigates the challenges of his new life, he must also confront the legacy of his father's mistakes and the dark secrets that have been kept hidden from him. The novel is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of identity, family, and the search for meaning in life.Written in Meredith's signature style, The Adventures of Harry Richmond is a richly detailed and engaging novel that captures the spirit of Victorian England. With its complex characters and intricate plot, the book is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers today.The fog choked us. Perhaps it took away the sense of hunger by filling us as if we had eaten a dinner of soot. We had no craving to eat until long past the dinner-hour in Temple's house, and then I would rather have plunged into a bath and a bed than have been requested to sit at a feast; Temple too, I fancy. We knew we were astray without speaking of it.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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