George Payne Rainsford James / Maunsell Bradhurst Field
Adrian Or The Clouds Of The Mind: A Romance is a novel written by George Payne Rainsford James and published in 1852. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of Adrian, a young man with a troubled past and a mysterious present. Adrian is haunted by the memory of his father’s suicide and struggles with mental illness, which he believes is caused by the clouds in his mind. As the story progresses, Adrian falls in love with a young woman named Edith, but their relationship is complicated by his mental instability and the secrets he keeps from her. Along the way, Adrian encounters a variety of characters, including a group of artists and intellectuals who are fascinated by his unusual ideas and experiences. The novel is a blend of romance, mystery, and psychological drama, exploring themes of love, identity, and the nature of reality. It is also notable for its vivid descriptions of the natural world, which play a significant role in Adrian’s mental landscape. Overall, Adrian Or The Clouds Of The Mind is a compelling and thought-provoking work of fiction that continues to captivate readers today.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.