White Lies

''White Lies'' is a novel written by Charles Reade, first published in 1867. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Lucy Fountain, who is brought up by her wealthy aunt and uncle after her parents’ death. Lucy is engaged to a man named George Talboys, who disappears mysteriously while on a trip to Australia. Lucy is devastated by his disappearance and is comforted by her childhood friend, Mr. Arthur Carr. However, Mr. Carr has a dark secret that he has been keeping from Lucy. As the story unfolds, Lucy discovers the truth about Mr. Carr and must decide whether to reveal his secret or keep it hidden to protect herself and her family. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and deception, and is considered a classic of Victorian literature.So wise, so proud, so little vain, so strong in health and wealth and honor, one would have said nothing less than an earthquake could shake this gentleman and his house. Yet both were shaken, though rooted by centuries to the soil; and by no vulgar earthquake.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.