Publisher's Synopsis
Altiora Peto: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Laurence Oliphant and first published in 1884. The novel follows the story of the protagonist, Cyril, a young man who is determined to achieve greatness in life. Cyril sets his sights on a career in politics and becomes involved in the inner workings of the British government.Throughout the novel, Cyril encounters many challenges and obstacles, including personal and professional setbacks, romantic entanglements, and political intrigue. He struggles to balance his ambition with his moral compass, and must navigate a complex web of relationships and alliances in order to achieve his goals.Altiora Peto is a novel that explores themes of ambition, power, love, and morality. It paints a vivid picture of Victorian England and provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of the time. Oliphant's writing is rich and engaging, and the novel is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction or political drama.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.
