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Ronald West stood at the window of his wife's sitting-room, looking across the bright garden-borders to the wide park beyond, and wondering how on earth he should open the subject of which his mind had been full during their morning ride...

Florence Louisa Barclay (2 December 1862 - 10 March 1921) was an English romance novelist and short story writer. She was born Florence Louisa Charlesworth in Limpsfield, Surrey, England, the daughter of the local Anglican rector. One of three girls, she was a sister to Maud... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

"The Upas Tree" from Florence L. Barclay. English romance novelist and short story writer (1862-1921).

The Upas Tree is a novel written by Florence Louisa Barclay in 1912. It tells the story of a young woman named Helen who falls in love with a man named Michael. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Michael is already engaged to another woman.As the story... Read Full Overview

The Upas Tree is a novel written by Florence Louisa Barclay and published in 1912. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Elaine. Elaine is a beautiful and talented artist who is deeply in love with a man named David. However,... Read Full Overview

Add a dash of passion to the holiday season -- or any time of the year -- with this stirring romance novel from Florence Barclay, author of The Rosary. With a dastardly villain, an intriguing plot, and a swoon-worthy love affair, The Upas Tree is well worth your time.