Publisher's Synopsis
In Silk Attire is a novel written by Scottish author William Black and published in 1893. The story takes place in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Sylvia Scarlett. Sylvia is the daughter of a wealthy Englishman who has recently passed away, leaving her and her mother to fend for themselves. Sylvia is determined to maintain her family's status and reputation, so she moves to London and begins to socialize with the upper class. She quickly becomes friends with a group of wealthy women, but she soon realizes that they are not as genuine as they appear. As Sylvia navigates the social scene, she meets a young man named Guy Ranger. Guy is a struggling artist who is not accepted by the upper class due to his lack of money and social status. Despite their differences, Sylvia and Guy fall in love and begin a secret relationship. The novel explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations. It also sheds light on the struggles of women during this time period and the pressure they faced to conform to societal norms. Overall, In Silk Attire is a captivating novel that provides a glimpse into the social dynamics of late 19th century England. It is a story of love and perseverance that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction.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.
