Publisher's Synopsis
Perdita: A Romance In Biography is a novel written by Stanley Victor Makower and published in 1908. The book tells the story of Perdita Robinson, an 18th-century actress who was famous for her beauty and charm. The novel is a fictionalized biography of Perdita, based on historical records and accounts of her life.Perdita was born into a family of actors and actresses and began her career on the stage at a young age. She quickly gained fame and became a favorite of the British aristocracy, including the Prince of Wales, who became her lover and fathered a child with her.However, Perdita's life took a tragic turn when the Prince abandoned her and she was forced to give up her child. She fell into poverty and obscurity, eventually dying alone and forgotten.Makower's novel explores Perdita's life and the society in which she lived, including the politics and scandals of the time. The book is a vivid portrayal of a fascinating and tragic figure in British history.Overall, Perdita: A Romance In Biography is a well-written and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on 18th-century England and the life of a remarkable woman.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.
