Publisher's Synopsis
The Jewel Merchants is a novel by James Branch Cabell, first published in 1921. The story revolves around the life of Felix Kennaston, a young man from a wealthy family who dreams of becoming a successful writer. However, his aspirations are hindered by his family's disapproval and his own lack of confidence. Felix's life takes a turn when he meets the beautiful and enigmatic Ettarre, a woman who introduces him to the world of the Jewel Merchants, a secret society of artists who create masterpieces that are sold to the wealthy and powerful. Through his association with Ettarre and the Jewel Merchants, Felix gains a new perspective on life and art, but also faces challenges and betrayals that threaten to destroy his dreams.The novel explores themes of art, love, ambition, and betrayal, and is known for its vivid descriptions of the world of the Jewel Merchants and its intricate plot. The Jewel Merchants is considered one of Cabell's most important works and is praised for its literary style and philosophical depth.GUIDO Am I to be welcomed merely for the sake of my gems? You were more gracious, you were more beautifully like your lovely name, on the fortunate day that I first encountered you ... only six weeks ago, and only yonder, where the path crosses the highway. But now that I esteem myself your friend, you greet me like a stranger. You do not even invite me into your garden. I much prefer the manner in which you told me the way to the inn when I was an unknown passer-by. And yet your pennant promised greeting.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.