Publisher's Synopsis
The Coast of Bohemia is a novel by Thomas Nelson Page that tells the story of a young American artist named John Seymour who travels to Europe in search of inspiration for his work. He ends up in Bohemia, a region in the Czech Republic known for its vibrant artistic community. There, he meets a group of artists and writers who introduce him to their way of life, which is centered around creativity, passion, and indulgence.As John becomes more immersed in Bohemian culture, he falls in love with a beautiful and mysterious woman named Ziska. She is a singer and actress who captivates him with her talent and charisma. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Ziska is already involved with another man, a wealthy and influential patron of the arts.As John struggles to navigate his feelings for Ziska and his own artistic ambitions, he becomes embroiled in the political and social upheaval of the time. The novel takes place in the late 19th century, a time of great change and uncertainty in Europe. John and his friends are caught up in the tensions between tradition and modernity, as well as the growing nationalist movements that threaten to tear apart the region.The Coast of Bohemia is a rich and complex novel that explores themes of love, art, politics, and identity. It is a vivid portrait of a time and place that has captured the imagination of generations of artists and writers. Page's writing is lyrical and evocative, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and emotions of Bohemia in all its glory and turmoil.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.