Roman Violets: And Where They Blossom (1879)

by Theodora M L Lane-Clarke

Book Overview

Roman Violets: And Where They Blossom is a novel written by Theodora M. L. Lane-Clarke and published in 1879. The story is set in Rome and follows the lives of two young women, Violet and Nina, who are brought together by fate but come from very different backgrounds. Violet is a wealthy Englishwoman who has come to Rome to escape a failed engagement, while Nina is a poor Italian girl who is struggling to make ends meet.Despite their differences, the two women become fast friends and soon find themselves caught up in a web of intrigue and romance. Violet falls in love with a handsome Italian count, but their relationship is complicated by his past and his family's disapproval. Meanwhile, Nina is pursued by a wealthy American businessman who offers her a way out of poverty, but she must decide whether to follow her heart or her head.As the story unfolds, the women navigate the complexities of love, class, and culture in a city that is both beautiful and dangerous. Lane-Clarke's vivid descriptions of Rome bring the city to life, and her characters are complex and engaging. Roman Violets: And Where They Blossom is a timeless tale of love and friendship that will captivate readers of all ages.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: 1164874926
• ISBN13: 9781164874928
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"