Publisher's Synopsis
Sons of Belial is a novel written by William Westall and first published in 1895. The story takes place in the late 19th century and revolves around the lives of two brothers, Geoffrey and Philip Oriel. Geoffrey is a successful lawyer and respected member of society, while Philip is a reckless and impulsive artist who lives a bohemian lifestyle.The two brothers have a close relationship, but their differences in personality often lead to conflict. When Philip falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Maud, he becomes obsessed with her and begins to neglect his work and family responsibilities. Geoffrey, concerned for his brother's wellbeing, tries to intervene and convince him to focus on his career and leave Maud alone.As the story unfolds, dark secrets from the past are revealed, and the brothers find themselves embroiled in a web of deceit and betrayal. They must confront their own demons and face the consequences of their actions.Sons of Belial is a gripping tale of love, ambition, and the destructive power of obsession. It explores themes of family, loyalty, and the struggle between duty and desire. With vivid descriptions and complex characters, this novel is a compelling read for fans of classic literature.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.
