Sir Limpidus (1919)

Sir Limpidus (1919)

Marmaduke William Pickthall

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781104305468
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''Sir Limpidus'' is a novel written by Marmaduke William Pickthall and published in 1919. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of the titular character, Sir Limpidus, a wealthy and influential man who is known for his impeccable manners and refined taste.The novel explores the themes of class, wealth, and societal expectations as Sir Limpidus navigates his way through the upper echelons of society. Despite his privileged position, Sir Limpidus is plagued by a sense of dissatisfaction and a desire for something more meaningful in his life.As the story unfolds, Sir Limpidus becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a woman from a lower social class, which causes him to question the rigid class structure of society and his own place within it. He is forced to confront the hypocrisy and cruelty of the upper class and ultimately makes a decision that will change the course of his life.''Sir Limpidus'' is a thought-provoking novel that offers a nuanced exploration of class and social norms. It is a timeless work that continues to resonate with 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.

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