Publisher's Synopsis
Olivia Delaplaine: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Edgar Fawcett and originally published in 1888. The novel tells the story of Olivia Delaplaine, a young woman who is forced to navigate the complexities of high society in New York City during the late 19th century.As the daughter of a wealthy and influential family, Olivia is expected to conform to the strict social norms of the time. However, she is also a fiercely independent woman who longs to break free from the constraints of her privileged upbringing and pursue her own passions and interests.Throughout the novel, Olivia must navigate a series of romantic entanglements, social scandals, and family dramas, all while struggling to find her own place in the world. Along the way, she is forced to confront the harsh realities of life in a society that is often cruel and unforgiving to those who dare to challenge its norms.Despite the challenges she faces, Olivia remains determined to forge her own path and find happiness on her own terms. With its vivid descriptions of high society life in turn-of-the-century New York, Olivia Delaplaine: A Novel offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and a compelling portrait of a young woman fighting to find her place in the world.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.
