The Picture's Secret: A Story, To Which Is Added An Episode In The Life Of Mr. Latimer (1883)

by Walter Herries Pollock and Walter Herries Pollock

Book Overview

The Picture's Secret is a novel written by Walter Herries Pollock and published in 1883. The story revolves around the discovery of a mysterious painting that holds a secret, and the subsequent investigation to uncover its meaning. The protagonist, Arthur Latimer, is a wealthy and successful businessman who becomes obsessed with the painting and its hidden message. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters including a beautiful young woman, a shady art dealer, and a reclusive artist. As Latimer delves deeper into the mystery, he begins to unravel a web of deceit and intrigue that threatens to destroy his reputation and his sanity. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of Victorian London and its exploration of themes such as love, greed, and the pursuit of truth. In addition to the main story, the book also includes an episode from Latimer's life, providing further insight into the character and his motivations. Overall, The Picture's Secret is a captivating and suspenseful tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437306004
• ISBN13: 9781437306002
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"